Teena's Spicy Pesto Chicken and Pasta

Ingredients

• 1 lb. chicken breasts, cut into cubes
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/2 cup pesto
• 1/2 cup cream
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 8 oz. fusilli pasta
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Add the chicken cubes and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 10 minutes.
3. Add the pesto, cream, red pepper flakes, and garlic powder and stir to combine. Simmer for 5 minutes.
4. Meanwhile, cook the pasta according to package instructions.
5. Drain the pasta and add to the skillet with the chicken and pesto sauce. Stir to combine.
6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
7. Serve warm.

Interesting Facts

• This dish is a great way to use up leftover pesto.
• You can substitute the chicken with shrimp or other protein of your choice.
• The pasta can be substituted with any type of pasta of your choice.