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Creamy Chicken Pesto Pasta

Cultural Context

Creamy Chicken Pesto Pasta combines the vibrant flavors of Italy with a comforting, creamy texture. Originating from the classic pesto sauce made with fresh basil, garlic, pine nuts, and parmesan, this dish showcases how Italian cuisine embraces simplicity and quality ingredients. Today, it has gained popularity worldwide, with variations that include different proteins and vegetables, making it a beloved choice for weeknight dinners and special occasions alike.

ItalianITmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
8 ounces pasta
1 lb chicken breast
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons butter
3 cloves garlic
1/4 teaspoon red chili powder
1 cup pesto sauce
1/4 cup cilantro
1/4 cup basil
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup cheddar jack cheese

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

1

Boil water in a large pot; add salt to taste and 2 tablespoons of oil.

2

Melt 1-2 tablespoons of butter in the pot.

3

Add diced chicken to the pot; cook for 5-6 minutes.

4

Season chicken with half a teaspoon of garlic salt and black pepper.

5

Once water is boiling, add pasta; cook for 10-12 minutes.

6

Add half a teaspoon of red chili powder to the pasta water.

7

After pasta is cooked, drain and reserve 5-6 oz of pasta water.

8

In the same pot, add pesto sauce, 5-6 oz of heavy cream, and 3-4 oz of cheddar jack cheese; mix well.

9

Add the cooked pasta to the sauce; cook for 2-3 minutes to combine.

10

Top with chili flakes before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

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Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

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Also Known As

Pasta al Pesto con Pollo
Local Name: Pasta al Pesto di Pollo Crema

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