Quick One-Pot Creamy Chicken Pesto Pasta
A creamy, garlicky one-pot chicken pesto pasta made with tender chicken, penne, and a rich Parmesan-pesto sauce. Quick, comforting, and packed with bold flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
Scale
1 lb boneless chicken breast or thighs, diced
2 cups uncooked penne or rotini pasta
3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
½ cup basil pesto
½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
2–3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp butter
Salt and pepper, to taste
Optional: spinach, cherry tomatoes, red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Sear seasoned chicken 4–5 minutes. Remove.
- Add butter and garlic to the pot. Sauté 30 seconds.
- Add pasta and broth. Bring to boil, then simmer covered for 10–12 minutes.
- Return chicken. Stir in cream. Simmer 2–3 minutes.
- Add pesto and Parmesan. Stir until smooth and creamy.
- Add optional veggies and season to taste. Serve hot.
Notes
Use half-and-half for a lighter version. Swap chicken with mushrooms or shrimp. Stir in extra veggies to boost nutrition.
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