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Delicious Grilled Chicken Pesto Pasta Ready in 30 Minutes

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 650
This flavorful and quick-to-make pesto pasta with grilled chicken is perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

Pasta

  • 12 ounces whole wheat or gluten-free pasta

Chicken

  • 2 pieces chicken breasts (or thighs for added tenderness)

Oil

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (extra virgin for bolder taste)

Salt and Pepper

  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper

Pesto

  • 1 cup basil pesto (homemade or store-bought)

Tomatoes

  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes (or sun-dried tomatoes)

Basil Leaves

  • 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves (optional)

Parmesan Cheese

  • 1/2 cup parmesan cheese (or nutritional yeast for a vegan alternative)

Instructions 

  • Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente, then drain.
  • While pasta cooks, season chicken with salt and pepper, then grill until cooked through. Slice into strips.
  • In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, grilled chicken, basil pesto, cherry tomatoes, and basil leaves.
  • Top with parmesan cheese and toss gently to combine.
  • Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

For a vegan version, substitute parmesan with nutritional yeast and use plant-based chicken alternatives.
Calories: 650kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: Chicken, pasta, Pesto