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Creamy Chicken Pesto Pasta: The Best Comfort Food You’ll Love

Creamy Chicken Pesto Pasta
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A deliciously creamy chicken pesto pasta that’s perfect for a comforting meal any day of the week.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound pasta
  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
  • 1 cup pesto sauce
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • fresh basil for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  3. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
  4. Add the shredded chicken and stir to combine.
  5. Pour in the pesto sauce and heavy cream, stirring until well combined.
  6. Add the cooked pasta and Parmesan cheese, tossing to coat.
  7. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Stir in the cherry tomatoes and remove from heat.
  9. Garnish with fresh basil before serving.

Notes

  • For a lighter dish, substitute half of the heavy cream with chicken broth.
  • Feel free to customize with your favorite vegetables.

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