Pesto Chicken Penne Pasta
Ingredients:
- 1 box whole wheat penne pasta
- 1/2 cup pesto
- 2 chicken breasts, diced
Instructions:
- Cook the Pasta:
- Begin by bringing a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Add the whole wheat penne pasta to the boiling water and cook according to the package directions until al dente.
- Once cooked, drain the pasta and set it aside.
- Cook the Chicken:
- While the pasta is cooking, cook the diced chicken breasts.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and add a drizzle of olive oil.
- Add the diced chicken pieces to the skillet and cook thoroughly until they are no longer pink in the center and have a golden-brown exterior.
- Once cooked, remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside.
- Combine Pasta and Pesto:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked and drained whole wheat penne pasta with the pesto sauce.
- Stir well to coat the pasta evenly with the flavorful pesto.
- Add the Chicken:
- Add the cooked chicken pieces to the pasta and pesto mixture.
- Gently stir to incorporate the chicken throughout the pasta.
- Serve Warm:
- Your Pesto Chicken Penne Pasta is now ready to be served.
- Portion the pasta onto serving plates or into bowls.
- You can garnish with additional fresh basil leaves or a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese for extra flavor.
Enjoy your homemade Pesto Chicken Penne Pasta as a delicious and satisfying meal that combines the vibrant flavors of pesto with tender pieces of chicken and whole wheat pasta!