For a lighter version, substitute half of the heavy cream with chicken broth. Freshly made pesto will elevate the flavors of this dish. A sprinkle of red pepper flakes adds a touch of heat.
Penne with Chicken and Pesto
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PREP TIME20 mins
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COOK TIME10 mins
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TOTAL TIME30 mins
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SERVING8 People
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VIEWS2.6K
Indulge in the comforting embrace of perfectly cooked penne, succulent chicken, and vibrant pesto, brought together in a creamy, cheesy sauce. This dish is a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate43 g
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Cholesterol97 mg
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Fiber2 g
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Protein24 g
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Saturated Fat13 g
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Sodium164 mg
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Sugar2 g
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Fat26 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
Recipe View 10 mins Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a rolling boil. Add the penne pasta and cook according to package directions, about 8-10 minutes, or until al dente. Drain well, reserving about 1/2 cup of pasta water. (8-10 minutes)
02 Step
Recipe View 7 mins While the pasta is cooking, melt the butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the thinly sliced chicken and minced garlic. Sauté until the chicken is almost cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. (5-7 minutes)
03 Step
Recipe View 5 mins Reduce the heat to low. Season the chicken with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Stir in the heavy cream, pesto, and Parmesan cheese. Simmer gently until the sauce thickens slightly and the chicken is cooked through, about 3-5 minutes. (3-5 minutes)
04 Step
Recipe View 1 mins Add the drained pasta to the skillet with the sauce. Toss to coat evenly. If the sauce is too thick, add a little of the reserved pasta water to reach your desired consistency.
05 Step
Recipe View 1 mins Serve immediately, garnished with additional grated Parmesan cheese.
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Ethelyn Wehner
May 4, 2024This recipe is amazing! The sauce is so creamy and flavorful.
Millie Tremblayspencer
Jul 22, 2022My family loved this dish! It's definitely going into our regular rotation.
Ima Schneider
Mar 21, 2022The pesto really makes this dish special. I recommend using homemade if you have the time.
Samanta Frami
Nov 28, 2021I added some spinach and sun-dried tomatoes - it was delicious!
Shania Howell
Nov 25, 2021I used half-and-half instead of heavy cream and it still turned out great.
Sydni Cormier
Oct 14, 2021Easy to follow and the results were fantastic!