This is similar to our favorite Chicken Penne Pasta and Triple Cheddar Chicken Pasta.
We Love a 30 Minute Meal!
Pasta is a go-to dinner at our house when we want a quick dinner idea that is both tasty and filling. Add chicken and it’s even better! This chicken pesto pasta is a favorite flavorful penne pasta recipe that the entire family loves. It’s flavorful, easy, and so cheesy! More reasons why we love it:
So quick! This tasty dish is on the table in under 30 minutes. A popular favorite. Everyone loves a cheesy Chicken Penne Pasta! It’s perfect for a dinner at home or to take to a potluck. Simple ingredients. Make your own Basil Pesto or use store-bought with your other straightforward ingredients. Family approved. There aren’t any crazy ingredients in this making it a great dinner idea for kids.
Ingredients
penne pasta – or use rigatoni, rotini, or bowties; boil to al dente. butter minced garlic boneless skinless chicken breasts – chicken thighs also work as does pan-seared shrimp. Use leftover or rotisserie chicken. Add it to the pan and cook just long enough to heat it before proceeding with the recipe. all-purpose flour chicken broth – or vegetable broth. half and half – or heavy cream. grated parmesan cheese basil pesto – use store-bought pesto or Homemade Pesto. garlic salt black pepper garnish with fresh basil leaves.
Made In Under 30 Minutes!
Storing Info
Make ahead of time. Make the pesto chicken pasta recipe the day before and keep it stored in the fridge until you’re ready to reheat and serve. Freezer meal. Cool the pasta then spoon it into a freezer storage bag. Label and freeze for up to 3 months. STORE. Transfer the leftover pasta to an airtight container and store in the fridge for 3-4 days or freezer for 2-3 months. Reheating. Thaw if applicable, reheat in a pot on the stove, and add a little extra milk or broth to smooth out the sauce. Stir until creamy and warm throughout. Use the microwave in a pinch.
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