Description
Grilled Chicken Pesto Pasta is a delightful dish that brings the flavors of Italy right to your kitchen. This recipe features succulent grilled chicken, perfectly cooked al dente pasta, and vibrant fresh basil pesto, creating a harmonious blend of tastes and textures. Whether it’s a busy weeknight or a relaxed weekend gathering, this satisfying meal is quick to prepare and can easily be customized with your favorite ingredients. Prepare to impress your family and friends with this colorful and delicious dish!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 8 oz fusilli or penne pasta
- 1 cup fresh basil pesto
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients on a clean countertop.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper; grill for 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through. Rest before slicing.
- Boil salted water in a large pot; cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente (about 10-12 minutes).
- In a large bowl, combine hot pasta with pesto and toss well. Add olive oil if needed for creaminess.
- Fold in sliced chicken and halved cherry tomatoes; toss gently to combine.
- Serve topped with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 105mg