Creamy chicken pasta: A quick, flavor-packed dinner delight
When you're short on time but want to serve something special, pasta with chicken in a creamy sauce is a perfect choice. The dish is quick to prepare, and with simple ingredients, you can adapt it to your preferences. Fresh herbs, delicate spices, and a creamy sauce give it a unique taste that delights every time.
Pasta with chicken in a velvety sauce is the ideal combination, perfect for both a quick lunch and an exceptional dinner. Easy to prepare and full of flavor, it is a dish that will satisfy every lover of Italian inspirations. Tender pieces of chicken in creamy sauce, wrapped in pasta, are a proposition that both children and adults will love.
Recipe for pasta with chicken in velvety sauce
Pasta with chicken in velvety sauce is a dish that combines simplicity and sophistication. It is quick to prepare, filling, and incredibly aromatic—perfect for a family lunch.
Ingredients:
- 11 oz pasta (e.g., tagliatelle or penne)
- 11 oz chicken breast
- 3/4 cup heavy cream (30%)
- 2 oz parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves of garlic
- 1 onion
- 2–3 tablespoons pesto (e.g., basil or arugula)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Parsley for garnish
Adding pesto to pasta with chicken in velvety sauce gives the dish a strong, herby taste and additional creaminess. All it takes is 2–3 tablespoons of your favorite pesto (basil, arugula, or even sun-dried tomato), mixed with the cream sauce just before adding the pasta. Pesto pairs perfectly with tender chicken and parmesan, and its aroma enhances the taste of the entire dish.
Preparation:
- Cut the chicken into cubes, season with salt and pepper, and fry in olive oil until golden brown.
- Remove from the pan and set aside. In the same pan, melt the butter, add finely chopped onion and garlic, and sauté until translucent.
- Pour in the cream and add grated parmesan, stirring until the sauce thickens.
- Cook the pasta al dente according to package instructions, drain, and add to the sauce.
- Mix the chicken thoroughly, and heat everything for 2–3 minutes.
- Serve with chopped parsley and an extra portion of grated parmesan.
Why add pesto to chicken pasta?
Pesto is a bold addition and a simple way to enhance the taste and aroma of the entire dish. The sauce gains depth and a subtle Mediterranean note thanks to the basil, garlic, and olive oil in pesto. It's the perfect choice to add lightness and herbal character to the dish. Moreover, pesto is a source of healthy fats and vitamins such as K and E, which support health. Adding it to the sauce creates a harmonious combination that perfectly complements the tender chicken and creamy sauce.
