One-Pot Creamy Pesto Chicken Penne Pasta
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless (skinless chicken breast, cubed)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Pinch of black pepper
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 3 tablespoons basil pesto
- 8 ounces penne pasta
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oil in a large deep skillet over medium-high heat.
- Season chicken with garlic powder, salt and pepper and add to skillet.
- Cook chicken, stirring occasionally until cooked through.
- Stir in chicken broth, heavy cream, pesto and pasta.
- Bring mixture to a boil then cover and reduce heat to a simmer for about 15 minutes until pasta is tender.
- Remove from heat and stir in shredded mozzarella cheese until melted.
- Season with salt and pepper if desired.