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Cheesy Pesto Chicken Penne Delight
This mouthwatering Cheesy Pesto Chicken Penne Delight combines tender chicken with perfectly cooked pasta, all smothered in a rich, creamy pesto sauce. Ready in just 30 minutes, this dish will become a weeknight favorite!
2
30 min
TOTAL TIME
990
CALORIES
$1.97
PER SERVING
Ingredients
15 INGREDIENTS
4 SERVINGS
8 oz penne pasta
Directions
10 STEPS
10 min
PREP TIME
20 min
COOK TIME
30 min
TOTAL TIME
1
Cook penne pasta according to package instructions for al dente. Drain and set aside.
2
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic, Italian seasoning, and cubed chicken breast.
3
Season chicken with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Cook until chicken is cooked through and no longer pink, stirring occasionally.
4
Remove chicken from skillet and set aside on a plate. Discard any liquid remaining in the skillet.
5
Using the same skillet, melt unsalted butter over medium heat.
6
Whisk in all-purpose flour and cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
7
Gradually whisk in chicken broth and heavy cream. Bring mixture to a boil while continuously whisking, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes, or until sauce has thickened.
8
Remove skillet from heat and stir in store-bought basil pesto, shredded mozzarella cheese, and grated Parmesan cheese until well combined.
9
Add cooked penne pasta and cooked chicken to the skillet, and gently stir to coat with the sauce.
10
Garnish with fresh basil leaves and serve immediately.
Health Info
Macros
52g
CARBS
65g
FAT
50g
PROTEIN
Allowed on these diets
GLUTEN FREE
LACTOSE FREE
Contains these allergens
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