YOUR SOLIN GENERATED RECIPE
Creamy Pesto Chicken Pasta with Fresh Basil
Savor a comforting bowl of creamy pesto chicken pasta with a bright burst of fresh basil, juicy cherry tomatoes, and a hint of tangy Parmesan. This dish strikes a balance between hearty protein and wholesome carbohydrates, perfect for a nourishing dinner that excites the palate with its vibrant flavors.
INGREDIENTS
4 oz Chicken Breast
0.75 cup cooked Whole Wheat Pasta
1 cup Fresh Basil
1 tsp Olive Oil
1 tbsp Low-Fat Cream Cheese
1 tbsp Grated Parmesan Cheese
1 clove Garlic
0.5 cup halved Cherry Tomatoes
Salt and Black Pepper to taste
PREPARATION
Season the chicken breast with salt and pepper. In a non-stick skillet over medium heat, add a drizzle of olive oil and cook the chicken until golden and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per side.
Remove the chicken and let it rest. In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the cooked whole wheat pasta to the skillet with garlic, stirring to combine.
Mix in the fresh basil (roughly chopped), low-fat cream cheese, and grated Parmesan to create a creamy pesto-like sauce. Stir until the sauce is smooth and coats the pasta evenly.
Slice the chicken into strips and combine with the pasta. Gently fold in the halved cherry tomatoes.
Taste and adjust seasoning with extra salt and black pepper if needed. Serve warm, garnished with extra basil if desired.