Description
A delicious and easy pesto chicken pasta recipe that combines tender chicken with vibrant basil pesto and pasta for a quick weeknight meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (your choice)
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup basil pesto
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add the cooked chicken and pesto. Stir until heated through.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss until well combined.
- Stir in the cherry tomatoes and Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh basil if desired.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Keywords: pesto chicken pasta, easy dinner, quick pasta recipe, chicken pasta