Name: Chicken Pesto Pasta
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 8 oz pasta (penne or fusilli); 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded; 1 cup basil pesto; 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved; 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese; Salt and pepper, to taste; Fresh basil leaves, for garnish

Chicken Pesto Pasta

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A simple yet vibrant Chicken Pesto Pasta that’s perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.

Author: lunarecipez
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Yield: 4 servings 1x
Category: Main Course
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Italian
Diet: Chicken

Ingredients

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8 oz pasta (penne or fusilli)
2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
1 cup basil pesto
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Salt and pepper, to taste
Fresh basil leaves, for garnish

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Instructions

Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Combine the cooked pasta, shredded chicken, basil pesto, and halved cherry tomatoes in a large bowl.
Toss the ingredients until everything is evenly coated with pesto.
Sprinkle in the grated Parmesan cheese, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serve warm, garnished with fresh basil leaves.

Notes

For perfectly al dente pasta, taste it a minute before the package suggests. Using rotisserie chicken can save time.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 500
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 600mg
Fat: 25g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 15g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 44g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 60mg

Find it online: https://www.lunarecipez.com/chicken-pesto-pasta/