Best 4 Angel Hair Pasta With Creamy Pesto Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey with angel hair pasta coated in a luscious creamy pesto sauce, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This delectable dish is a harmonious blend of textures, with the delicate angel hair pasta twirling effortlessly around the creamy, nutty pesto. Made with fresh basil, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, and a hint of garlic, the pesto bursts with vibrant flavors that dance on your palate. Elevate your dining experience with additional recipes featured in this article, including a classic pesto sauce, a zesty arugula pesto, and a creamy sun-dried tomato pesto. Each recipe offers a unique twist on the traditional pesto, allowing you to customize your culinary adventure.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

ONE POT CREAMY GARLIC ANGEL HAIR PASTA



One Pot Creamy Garlic Angel Hair Pasta image

This is a comforting yet elegant pasta that can be served as a main meal or a side dish. Plus, the whole thing is cooked in one pot, so no messy clean-up. Even better, this pasta takes just minutes to make!

Provided by One Pot Chef Show

Categories     Pasta     Budget-Friendly     Date Night     Weeknight Dinners     Kid-Friendly     Comfort Food     Easy     Valentine's Day     Nut-Free     Shellfish-Free     Beginner     Egg-Free     Soy-Free     Fish-Free     Peanut-Free     Tree Nut-Free     Sugar-Free     Tomato-Free     Stove

Time 15m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoon Olive Oil
4 clove Garlic
1 tablespoon Butter
to taste Freshly Ground Black Pepper
3 cup Chicken Stock
250 gram Angel Hair Pasta
1 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
3/4 cup Cream
1 tablespoon Fresh Parsley

Steps:

  • Into a large pot or deep saute pan, add Olive Oil (2 tablespoon) and the Garlic (4 clove) and cook for a few minutes until fragrant.
  • To the pot, add Butter (1 tablespoon) and Freshly Ground Black Pepper (to taste).
  • Add Chicken Stock (3 cup) and bring to a boil.
  • Once boiling, add the Angel Hair Pasta (250 gram). Cook for 4 to 5 minutes, or until the pasta is tender.
  • Once the pasta has absorbed most of the liquid, turn the temperature down to medium.
  • Add the Fresh Parsley (1 tablespoon), Grated Parmesan Cheese (1 cup) and Cream (3/4 cup) and stir through until the cheese has completely melted.
  • Serve as is or as a side dish. You can also add some pancetta or cooked chicken bits at the end. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 605 calories, Fat 34.8 g, SaturatedFat 17.3 g, Protein 21.2 g, Carbohydrate 54.8 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Sugar 2.6 g, Sodium 516.9 mg, Cholesterol 85.0 mg, TransFat 0.8 g, UnsaturatedFat 13.7 g

ANGEL HAIR PASTA WITH CREAMY PESTO



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Make and share this Angel Hair Pasta With Creamy Pesto recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Mirj2338

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup pine nuts
2 cups tightly packed fresh basil, , stems removed
2 cups tightly packed fresh spinach, , stems removed
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
1/3-1/2 cup water
8 ounces angel hair pasta

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350*F.
  • Arrange the pine nuts on a cookie sheet lined with foil and roast in oven for 7 to 8 minutes.
  • In a food processor, mix roasted pine nuts with the next 6 ingredients to form a paste.
  • Blend in water to achieve desired consistency.
  • Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions; drain and keep warm.
  • The sauce can be refrigerated in a tightly covered container or frozen before serving, if desired.
  • Serve pasta with sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 289.7, Fat 12.7, SaturatedFat 3.7, Cholesterol 14.7, Sodium 459.8, Carbohydrate 31.4, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 1.1, Protein 12.9

ANGEL HAIR PASTA WITH PESTO AND TOMATOES



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Make and share this Angel Hair Pasta With Pesto and Tomatoes recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Melinda 2

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

12 ounces angel hair pasta, cooked and drained
2 tablespoons olive oil
14 1/2 ounces diced tomatoes
1/3 cup pesto sauce
1/2 sweet onion, diced
3 garlic cloves, crushed
salt
pepper
garlic salt
lemon pepper
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated

Steps:

  • Prepare Angel Hair Pasta to pkg. directions and drain.
  • In a large skillet heat olive oil.
  • Saute onion and garlic. About 2 minutes.
  • Add tomatoes and pesto. Add salt and pepper, continue to cook until hot.
  • Add cooked pasta, Parmesean cheese, garlic salt and lemon pepper.
  • Toss and Serve.

CREAMY CHICKEN ANGEL HAIR



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Our pasta-loving family often requests this recipe featuring chicken and vegetables. Lemon adds a light touch to the sauce, well seasoned with garlic and herbs.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 package (16 ounces) angel hair pasta
1-1/4 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 large carrot, diced
2 tablespoons butter
1 medium onion, chopped
1 celery rib, diced
3 large garlic cloves, minced
2 cups heavy whipping cream
5 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute the chicken, salt and pepper in 2 tablespoons oil until no longer pink. Remove and keep warm. , In the same skillet, saute carrot in butter and remaining oil for 1 minute. Add onion and celery; saute 3-4 minutes longer or until tender. Add garlic; cook for 1 minute., Stir in the cream, bacon, lemon juice and Italian seasoning. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 2-3 minutes or until slightly thickened, stirring constantly. Return chicken to the pan., Drain pasta; toss with chicken mixture. Garnish with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 859 calories, Fat 50g fat (26g saturated fat), Cholesterol 187mg cholesterol, Sodium 666mg sodium, Carbohydrate 64g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 39g protein.

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh basil for the pesto. If you don't have fresh basil on hand, you can use a jarred pesto, but the flavor will be less intense.
  • To make the pesto ahead of time, simply combine all of the ingredients in a food processor or blender and pulse until smooth. Store the pesto in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, or freeze it for up to 3 months.
  • If you don't have angel hair pasta, you can use any other type of pasta that you like. Just be sure to cook it according to the package directions.
  • This dish is best served immediately, but it can be reheated in the microwave or on the stovetop over low heat.

Conclusion:

This angel hair pasta with creamy pesto is a quick and easy dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover pesto. The combination of the creamy pesto and the light angel hair pasta is delicious and satisfying. Next time you are looking for a quick and easy pasta dish, give this recipe a try!

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