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Creamy Pesto Chicken Pasta

Cultural Context

Creamy Pesto Chicken Pasta combines the vibrant flavors of Italy with a rich and indulgent sauce. Originating from the traditional pesto sauce of Liguria, this dish has evolved to include creamy elements, making it a favorite comfort food. It’s often enjoyed as a weeknight dinner or a cozy date-night meal, showcasing the versatility of pasta in Italian cuisine. Today, variations abound, with many opting for different proteins or vegetables, but the essence of creamy, herby goodness remains.

ItalianITmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
280g di pasta (tubetti)
500g zucchine
30g parmigiano
mezza cipolla
q.b. basilico
q.b. sale
q.b. pepe
q.b. olio extravergine d'oliva
q.b. acqua calda
300g di pennette rigate
300g di ricotta
50g di olive nere denocciolate
40g di Parmigiano grattugiato
500g di pomodorini
150g Caciocavallo
30g di rucola
Olio EVO q.b.
sale e pepe q.b.
320 g di spaghetti
400 g di pomodori pelati
2 spicchi d'aglio
Olio extravergine d'oliva q.b.
Sale fino q.b.
Basilico fresco q.b.
1 pizzico di bicarbonato
320 g di penne rigate
200 g di prosciutto cotto tagliato a dadini
200 ml di panna da cucina
1 spicchio d'aglio
olio EVO q.b.
parmigiano grattugiato q.b.
sale
pepe
400g di spaghetti
450g di Passata di pomodoro
300g di Tonno sgocciolato
60g di Olive nere denocciolate
Olio EVO q.b.
1 Spicchio di aglio
Sale q.b.

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 is a dairy-free alternative with a cheesy flavor.

1

Cook the pasta according to package instructions.

2

Sauté the zucchini and onion in olive oil until soft.

3

Combine the cooked pasta with the zucchini mixture and season with salt, pepper, and basil.

4

For the cold pasta, mix cooked pennette with ricotta, cherry tomatoes, olives, Caciocavallo, and arugula, adding olive oil, salt, and pepper to taste.

5

For spaghetti al pomodoro, sauté garlic in olive oil, add peeled tomatoes, and simmer. Toss with cooked spaghetti and fresh basil, seasoning with salt and a pinch of bicarbonate.

6

For pasta panna e prosciutto, cook penne rigate, then mix with sautéed garlic, diced prosciutto, and cream, finishing with grated parmesan, salt, and pepper.

7

For pasta con tonno, combine cooked spaghetti with tomato passata, drained tuna, olives, and sautéed garlic, seasoning with salt.

Cooking Techniques

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

milkeggs
Local Name: Pasta con pollo al pesto cremoso

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