Chicken Pesto Pasta
Need some dinner time inspo!? We’ve got you covered with this tasty Chicken Pesto Pasta dish
Servings Prep Time
6people 15minutes
Cook Time
20minutes
Servings Prep Time
6people 15minutes
Cook Time
20minutes
Ingredients
  • 1packet Spaghetti
  • 2tbsp butter
  • 2tbsp olive oil
  • 3cloves garlicminced
  • 5 chicken breastssliced
  • 1cup cream
  • 250grams pesto
  • 1/4cup squeezed lemon juice
  • 2cups frozen peas
  • 60grams parmesan cheesegrated
Instructions
  1. Add pasta to boiling water; cook until according to package directions. When pasta is done, drain well and keep warm.
  2. Meanwhile, cook chicken. In a large saucepan, combine butter, oil, and garlic over medium-high heat. When garlic begins to sizzle, add chicken; sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  3. Stir over medium heat until chicken is almost cooked through, about 4 to 6 minutes. Stir in cream and bring to a simmer; reduce heat to low.
  4. To the chicken mixture, add pesto, lemon juice, peas, and Parmesan cheese. Toss over medium heat until chicken is thoroughly cooked and the mixture is hot.
  5. Place the warm pasta in a dish and top with chicken mixture, serve and enjoy!