Pesto Pasta with Grilled Chicken
Pesto Pasta with Grilled Chicken is the ultimate quick and delicious meal, perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. This dish features tender grilled chicken paired with al dente pasta and a vibrant pesto sauce, bringing together fresh basil and rich flavors in under 30 minutes. Impress your family or guests with this simple yet satisfying recipe that showcases how easily you can create restaurant-quality dishes at home.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approx. 680g)
- 12 oz (340g) penne or spaghetti
- 1 cup pesto sauce
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (375°F/190°C). Season chicken breasts with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C). Let rest for a few minutes before slicing.
- Boil salted water in a large pot and cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large bowl, toss the warm pasta with pesto until evenly coated.
- Slice the grilled chicken and serve over the pasta topped with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg