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Basil Pesto Chicken Alfredo

Basil Pesto Chicken Alfredo

A simple and quick Basil Pesto Chicken Alfredo recipe that delivers a delicious chicken dinner in just 30 minutes.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Dish
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 600 kcal

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Grill pan
  • sauce pan
  • plastic storage bag

Ingredients
  

  • 12 oz angel hair pasta
  • 4 thin-cut chicken breasts
  • 1.5 teaspoon creole seasoning divided
  • 4 tablespoon basil pesto divided
  • 2 tablespoon butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic finely chopped
  • 0.5 tablespoon flour
  • 2 cups half and half
  • 0.5 cup good quality shredded parmesan cheese

Instructions
 

  • In a large pot, bring water for pasta to a boil. Once boiling, add pasta and cook according to package directions.
  • Place chicken in a plastic storage bag. Add ¾ teaspoon creole seasoning and 3 tablespoon pesto to the bag. Seal while letting out air. Toss chicken in bag to evenly coat with seasoning and pesto.
  • Preheat an indoor grill pan or outdoor grill. If using indoor, coat grill pan with a little olive oil. Grill chicken breasts about 7 to 9 minutes per side or until cooked through.
  • While chicken cooks, melt butter and olive oil in a large sauce pan over medium high. Add garlic and cook about a minute. Add 1 tablespoon of pesto, stir, and cook for about 30 seconds. Add flour, stir, and cook about 1 more minute. Add half and half and remaining ¾ teaspoon creole seasoning. Simmer over medium heat for about 5 minutes. Add parmesan and simmer another 3 minutes or until slightly thickened. Once pasta is cooked, drain and add it to the sauce tossing to coat.
  • Slice chicken and serve over pasta.

Notes

For best results, use good quality ingredients, especially pasta and cheese.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 40gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg
Keyword 30 minute meal, Basil Pesto Chicken Alfredo, chicken dinner, creamy pasta, easy recipe, grilled chicken
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