Delicious Creamy Pesto Chicken and Pasta Recipe

This phenomenal chicken and pasta dish is a creamy pesto sauce lover's dream! Tender chicken breast cooked in a flavorful pesto cream sauce served over al dente pasta will have your taste buds singing. It's a comforting and satisfying meal that is perfect for any day of the week.

Ingredients

• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup pesto sauce
• 8 oz pasta of your choice
• Grated Parmesan cheese for garnish

Directions

1. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
3. Add the chicken breasts and cook until browned on both sides, about 5-7 minutes per side.
4. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
5. In the same skillet, add chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
6. Stir in heavy cream and pesto sauce, mixing well.
7. Return the chicken to the skillet and simmer for 10-15 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
8. Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package instructions.
9. Serve the chicken and pesto sauce over the cooked pasta, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese.
10. Enjoy your creamy pesto chicken and pasta!

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