Name: The Best Chicken Pesto Pasta
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts; 8 oz pasta (penne or spaghetti); 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved; 1/2 cup basil pesto; 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 2 cloves garlic, minced; Olive oil; Salt and pepper

The Best Chicken Pesto Pasta

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A vibrant Italian-inspired dish with tender chicken, al dente pasta, and fresh basil pesto, cherry tomatoes, and salty Parmesan for a quick, flavorful meal.

Author: CHEF RAMSAY
Prep Time: 10
Cook Time: 25
Total Time: 35
Yield: 2 servings
Category: Dinner
Method: Stovetop Cooking
Cuisine: Italian
Diet: Non-vegetarian

Ingredients

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2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
8 oz pasta (penne or spaghetti)
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup basil pesto
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 cloves garlic, minced
Olive oil
Salt and pepper

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Instructions

Season chicken with salt, pepper, and garlic.
Heat olive oil in a pan; sauté chicken 5-7 minutes per side until cooked through.
Cook pasta al dente; drain and rinse.
Toss pasta, pesto, cherry tomatoes, and cooked chicken in a bowl.
Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over the pasta before serving.

Notes

Substitute chicken with tofu/cottage cheese for a vegetarian option
Use halal-certified Parmesan if dietary restrictions apply
Add cherry tomatoes 2 minutes before tossing to retain freshness

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