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Creamy Pesto Chicken Pasta

Ingredients

The Pasta

  • 10.5 ounces penne or rigatoni pasta

The Chicken

  • 2 medium boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced (about 10.5 ounces total)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

The Sauce

  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 1/2 cup basil pesto (store-bought or homemade)
  • 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

The Extras

  • 3.5 ounces baby spinach (optional, for extra nutrition)
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions on the next page 👇👇

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