Savor a delightful Pesto Chicken Pasta, bursting with fresh flavors and easy to prepare. Perfect for family dinners or summer lunches. Enjoy Italian comfort!
Cook the pasta according to package instructions, saving a cup of pasta water, then drain.
While the pasta is cooking, season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. In a pan over medium-high heat, sear the chicken breasts until fully cooked, around 7 minutes each side.
Slice the cooked chicken into thin strips.
In a large bowl, mix the pasta, sliced chicken, pesto sauce, and half of the parmesan cheese. If the sauce is too thick, add a bit of the saved pasta water.
Stir in the halved cherry tomatoes.
Serve with the remaining parmesan cheese sprinkled on top.
Notes
Use freshly made pesto for a brighter and richer flavor.
Don't overcook the pasta; al dente works best for this recipe.
Sear the chicken breasts on high heat to seal in the juices.
Always save a cup of pasta water to adjust sauce consistency.