Creamy Chicken Pesto Pasta

Creamy Chicken Pesto Pasta

The ultimate easy chicken pasta

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Reviewed by Arturs Arnicans
Prep Time: 5m
Cook Time: 15m
Total Time: 20m
Servings: 4
Difficulty: Easy
4.9 (15 Reviews)
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Ingredients

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Nutritional Information

409
Calories
12g
Fat
61mg
Cholesterol
48g
Carbs
1g
Sugar
26g
Protein
Creamy Chicken Pesto Pasta

Recipe Description

This yummy Creamy Chicken Pesto Pasta is the ultimate easy chicken pasta dish. I always have a jar of pesto in my cupboard and it takes no time at all to add some pre-cooked chicken, green leaves and a good sprinkling of cheese.

Pesto is one of my favorite sauces – thank you Italy! And I love the combination with succulent chicken and crisp spinach leaves, bulked out with al dente pasta. Ready in just 20 minutes, you can have this recipe up your sleeve for any night of the week!

 

To make the Creamy Chicken Pesto Pasta, you will need the following ingredients:

Ingredients for Creamy Chicken Pesto Pasta

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Steps to make

  1. 1

    Cook the pasta

    15 min
    Step 1 - Creamy Chicken Pesto Pasta

    Bring a large pan of salted water to the boil and add the pasta. Cook until al dente, according to the instructions on the packet. Reserve 1/4 cup of the water and drain the pasta.

  2. 2

    Combine the ingredients

    3 min
    Step 2 - Creamy Chicken Pesto PastaStep 2 - Creamy Chicken Pesto PastaStep 2 - Creamy Chicken Pesto Pasta

    In the same pan, combine the pasta, pesto and pasta water, until the pasta is fully coated. Add the chicken, green leaves and Parmesan and toss to mix well.

  3. 3

    Serving Pasta Pesto with Chicken

    2 min
    Step 3 - Creamy Chicken Pesto Pasta

    Spoon the pasta into bowls and scatter with more parmesan.

It’s that simple to knock up this Pasta Pesto with Chicken dish! One thing I forgot to say - you can use green or red pesto, whatever you prefer! Let me know how you get on in the comments section, I’m looking forward to hearing how you enjoy it!

About the author

Jeff O'connor

Jeff is a 38-year-old bachelor who prefers not to waste his time on salads and light meals. He’s a true carnivore who knows how to enjoy food to the max! Jeff will tell you how to cook rich and filling meals from scratch, bringing some real meaty decadence to your kitchen. His recipes are sure to satisfy every meat lover!

Recipe Reviews

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4.9 out of 5 (15 reviews)
Paula
November 18, 2024
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Yummy!! Quick meal!

Noah Johnson
November 16, 2024
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Superb

Quentin
November 3, 2024
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Simply the best!

Zoe
October 6, 2024
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This dish is fantastic. I made it for my husband after a long day, and he loved it. It felt great to whip something so delicious in no time. Pesto is very my favorite.

Will
May 9, 2024
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I made this Creamy Chicken Pesto Pasta for my wife and we loved it. Super easy to make, it reminded me of our trip to Italy. Thankful for this recipe.

Gabriel Torres
September 12, 2023
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Bro, this Creamy Chicken Pesto Pasta is dope! I whipped it up last weekend for a chill night in, just had the pesto chillin' in my pantry. It's super easy and tasty. It took me like 20 mins, and I licked my plate clean. Italy hit gold with that pesto!

Isabella Thompson
March 28, 2023
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Super easy meal. My kids and I make it together often, and they love it. Perfect for busy nights. Pesto is always a win.

Bonnie Thompson
February 1, 2023
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OMG, this pasta was so quick and delish! I whipped it up for my hubby and he loved it!

Tina Johnson
February 2, 2021
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Superb recipe for busy nights with kids.

Ursula
January 16, 2021
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Delicious! This dish was a hit at our family dinner. Quick to make and everyone loves it!

Yago
January 16, 2021
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Facil y delicioso, el pesto me enamora

Ursula Thompson
October 10, 2020
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Yummiest!

Ava
August 10, 2019
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Super simple dish

sarah
March 22, 2019
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Thanks, Jeff!

Ursula
March 16, 2019
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So simple and super tasty, loved it

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