ONE-POT CREAMY PESTO CHICKEN PASTA
Pesto lovers, this recipe is for you! We loaded this pasta dish with a creamy pesto sauce, fresh spinach and flavor-packed chicken for an easy weeknight meal the whole family will love.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 40m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In 5- to 5 1/2-quart Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high heat; season chicken with salt, pepper and garlic powder. Cook chicken in oil 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until chicken is no longer pink. With slotted spoon, transfer to plate, and keep warm.
- Add chicken broth and pasta to Dutch oven; heat to boiling over high heat. Reduce heat to medium; simmer 12 to 14 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is al dente and most of liquid is absorbed.
- Add cream cheese and pesto, stirring frequently, until cheese is melted. Stir in chicken; cook 1 to 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until chicken is heated through.
- Gradually stir in spinach until starting to wilt. Just before serving, garnish with basil and Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 450, Carbohydrate 36 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Fat 4, Fiber 3 g, Protein 28 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 770 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 0 g
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Jaice Seat
[email protected]This was a great recipe! The chicken was juicy and tender, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. The pesto sauce was also very flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal.
Munjila Mon
[email protected]This pasta dish is a keeper! The pesto sauce is so creamy and flavorful, and the chicken is cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again and again.
Mr Toxic
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe! The creamy pesto sauce is amazing, and the chicken is so tender and juicy. I will definitely be making this again.
Ra Shehzad borana
[email protected]This pasta dish is delicious! The pesto sauce is creamy and flavorful, and the chicken is cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal.
Panjgoori Girl
[email protected]I made this dish for my friends last night and they loved it! The creamy pesto sauce was a big hit, and the chicken was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.
Derrick Delap
[email protected]This was a great recipe! The chicken was juicy and tender, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. The pesto sauce was also very flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal.
Jabbar gabol
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of pesto, but this dish changed my mind! The sauce is so creamy and flavorful, and it pairs perfectly with the chicken and pasta. I will definitely be making this again.
H mmm
[email protected]This pasta dish is so good! The pesto sauce is creamy and flavorful, and the chicken is cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal.
luqman muhammad
[email protected]I made this dish last night and it was a hit with my family! The flavors are amazing and the creamy pesto sauce is so rich and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
MS JONY
[email protected]This one-pot creamy pesto chicken pasta is a lifesaver! It's so easy to make and cleanup is a breeze. The chicken is moist and tender, the pasta is cooked perfectly, and the creamy pesto sauce is to die for. I'll definitely be making this again and a