Creamy Pesto Chicken Pasta
A comforting and delicious gluten-free meal that combines tender chicken and pasta in a luscious creamy pesto sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz gluten-free pasta
- 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup pesto sauce
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, combine the heavy cream and pesto sauce. Stir until combined and heated through.
- Add the cooked chicken and pasta to the skillet. Toss to coat the pasta and chicken in the sauce.
- Stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil.
Notes
Always check labels on pre-packaged foods for hidden gluten. Utilize dedicated gluten-free tools to prevent cross-contamination.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Find it online: https://www.glutenfreez.com/creamy-pesto-chicken-pasta/