Creamy Pesto Chicken Pasta
This creamy pesto chicken pasta is everything you want in a winter recipe and more!
Indulge in the delectable flavours of my creamy chicken pesto penne pasta. This delightful dish combines sun-dried tomato pesto, cream, tender chicken, crunchy pine nuts, vibrant spinach, and a generous sprinkle of parmesan. Not only is it a treat for your taste buds, but it's also a budget-friendly option, costing just $7.19 per serving for a family of four.
By utilizing the flavorsome combination of sundried tomato pesto and creamy richness, this recipe creates a symphony of tastes that dance harmoniously on your palate. The addition of pine nuts adds a delightful crunch, while spinach provides a burst of freshness.
Whether you're cooking for a family dinner or hosting a gathering with friends, my creamy chicken pesto penne pasta is a crowd-pleasing choice that will leave everyone satisfied.
This recipe is quick, easy and delicious. You will want to add it to your weekly rotation dinner repetoire and I know your family will love it!
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Prep Time: 15 mins
Cooking Time: 30 mins
Serves: 4
Ingredients:
500g chicken tenders
1 x Leek
3 x garlic cloves crushed
1 TSP Chilli flakes
1 x 190g jar of Sundried tomato pesto
400ml cream
Roast capsicum strips
1/4 cup pine nuts
1 x bag of spinach
Half bag of penne
Parmesan cheese
Method:
Cut the chicken tenderloins into bite size pieces and season with salt, pepper and mixed herbs
Finely chop the leek (white parts only)
Heat a frying pan over a high heat and add some olive oil
Fry the chicken in batches until browned and cooked through. Remove fr0m pan and set aside
Deglaze the pan with some white wine or chicken stock (optional)
Add some olive oil and add the leek, garlic and chilli flakes and fry for a few minutes until translucent
Add in the jar of pesto and fry off until fragrant and caramelised
Add in the cream and mix until combined
Add the capsicum strips and chicken back into the pan
Simmer on a low heat for 10 minutes
Meanwhile, cook the pasta as per pasta instructions in salted boiling water, reserve 1/2 cup of water
Add the spinach into the sauce and mix until wilted
Add the pine nuts
Add some of the pasta water to loosen and bring the sauce together
Drain the pasta and add into the sauce, mix until combined and coated in the sauce
Serve topped with parmesan and enjoy!
