YOUR SOLIN GENERATED RECIPE
Pan-Seared Chicken with Creamy Pesto Pasta
Enjoy a flavorful balance of tender pan-seared chicken paired with al dente pasta enveloped in a light, creamy pesto sauce. The dish offers a delightful mix of savory herbs, a touch of creaminess, and perfectly cooked pasta, making it both satisfying and energizing.
INGREDIENTS
4 ounces Chicken Breast
2 ounces Dry Pasta
1 tablespoon Basil Pesto
2 tablespoons Low-Fat Cream Cheese
1 teaspoon Olive Oil
1 clove Garlic
Salt and Pepper to taste
PREPARATION
Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and add the dry pasta. Cook until al dente, then drain and set aside.
While the pasta cooks, pat the chicken breast dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.
Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breast and sear for about 5-6 minutes per side until fully cooked and golden brown. Remove chicken from skillet and let rest.
In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and add minced garlic. Sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
Lower the heat and add the basil pesto and cream cheese, stirring until a smooth, creamy sauce forms.
Toss the cooked pasta in the skillet with the creamy pesto sauce.
Slice the chicken breast and serve over or alongside the pasta, drizzling any extra sauce over the top.