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From Maggie Krupinsky
From Maggie Krupinsky
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Pesto Chicken Pasta
Instructions
1
Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1 cup pasta water and drain.
2
Season chicken with salt, pepper, paprika, basil, garlic powder, and onion powder.
3
In a skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tbsp butter with a dash of olive oil. Add chicken and cook 5–7 minutes per side until fully cooked. Remove from pan and set aside.
4
Add another 2 tbsp butter to the skillet and sauté garlic until fragrant.
5
Pour in bone broth and bring to a simmer.
6
Stir in heavy cream, then add the same seasoning mix used for the chicken.
7
Add pesto and mix well until sauce is smooth.
8
Add cooked pasta, cooked chicken, and a splash of reserved pasta water. Let cook together for a few minutes.
9
Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and fully combined.
10
Top with extra cheese and serve hot.
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Maggie Krupinsky
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Cooked this at a dinner party and it was a huge hit! Bowtie pasta was a great choice for this recipe.
Jan 13, 2026
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Pound Your Chicken Evenly 🔨Gently pound chicken breasts to ½-inch thickness to ensure uniform cooking and prevent dry edges while the center finishes cooking.
- Reserve Pasta Water Before Draining 💧Save 1 cup of starchy pasta water before draining—it's your secret weapon to adjust sauce consistency and help it cling perfectly to the bowtie pasta.
- Bloom Your Pesto in Warm Cream 🌿Whisk pesto into warm (not boiling) cream off-heat to preserve its delicate basil flavors and prevent the sauce from becoming bitter or broken.
- Don't Skip the Searing Step 🍳Achieve golden-brown crust on chicken over medium-high heat for 6-7 minutes per side—this develops deep flavor through the Maillard reaction before finishing in the cream sauce.
- Emulsify Your Sauce with Butter 🧈Finish by whisking in cold butter cubes one at a time while tilting the pan to create a silky, luxurious sauce that clings beautifully to the pasta.
Recipe Facts
Diet at a Glance
Low Sugar
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