Chicken Pesto Pasta

3 Servings

Prep Time: 10 min Cook Time: 30 min Total Time: 40 min

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Ingredients

1 lb. uncooked penne pasta

1 lb. boneless chicken breasts

1 1/2 cups basil pesto

1/4 cup chopped sun dried tomato

1/4 cup Parmesan cheese

1 1/2 teaspoons salt

1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions

Step 1

Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions. Set aside

Step 2

Flatten the chicken breast by gently pounding using a meat tenderizer. Rub salt and pepper on the chicken breast. Let it stay for 10 minutes.

Step 3

Grill each side of the chicken breasts for 5 to 7 minutes. Let the meat rest for 5 to 8 minutes and then slice into thick strips.

Step 4

Combine the cooked pasta, sliced chicken breast, pesto, sun-dried tomato, and Parmesan cheese in a large mixing bowl. Toss until all the ingredients are well incorporated.

Step 5

Transfer to individual plates.

Step 6

Serve with garlic bread. Share and enjoy!