Pesto Pasta with Chicken Recipe – Italian Special
This chicken pesto pasta combines sautéed chicken, farfalle pasta, and cherry tomatoes, all tossed in basil pesto and topped with Parmesan cheese. It’s a quick and satisfying dinner choice that consistently receives rave reviews. Pasta is a staple in my household—it’s easy, affordable, and loved by kids. Among our favorite pasta dishes are creamy shrimp linguine, Pasta al Forno, pasta bolognese, and this simple yet delicious pesto pasta with chicken.
- Prep Time10 min
- Cook Time20 min
- Total Time30 min
Pesto Pasta with Chicken Ingredients:
- 1 (16 ounce) package of bow tie pasta
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
- 2 skinless, boneless chicken breasts, diced into bite-sized pieces
- A pinch of crushed red pepper flakes, to taste
- 1/2 cup pesto sauce
- 1/3 cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, drained and cut into strips
How to Make Pesto Pasta with Chicken
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta until it is al dente, about 8 to 10 minutes. Drain well.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the minced garlic until tender, then add the diced chicken and season with red pepper flakes. Cook until the chicken is golden and fully cooked.
In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, sautéed chicken with garlic and red pepper flakes, pesto sauce, and sliced sun-dried tomatoes. Toss everything together until evenly coated.
