Gluten-Free Pesto Chicken Pasta
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of this Gluten-Free Pesto Chicken Pasta, a quick and delicious recipe that's perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Featuring tender strips of juicy chicken, creamy basil pesto, and gluten-free penne pasta, this dish is elevated with a luscious hint of heavy cream and bursts of freshness from juicy cherry tomatoes. Ready in just 40 minutes, this dish is both gluten-free and packed with bold, comforting flavors, making it ideal for anyone with dietary restrictions or who simply loves a hearty pasta meal. Garnished with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil leaves, it's as visually stunning as it is satisfying. Perfect for a family dinner, serve this gluten-free pasta with a crisp salad or garlic bread for a complete, flavorful feast!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz gluten-free penne pasta
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 0.75 cup basil pesto
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 0.5 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the gluten-free penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
While the pasta is cooking, slice the chicken breasts into thin strips.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken strips and season with salt and black pepper.
Cook chicken for 8-10 minutes until golden brown and fully cooked, stirring occasionally.
Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the basil pesto and heavy cream, cooking for 2-3 minutes until heated through and creamy.
Drain the cooked pasta, then add it to the skillet along with halved cherry tomatoes. Toss everything together to ensure the pasta is well coated with the pesto sauce.
Serve the pasta immediately, garnished with grated parmesan cheese and chopped fresh basil.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3136 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 180.1 g | 231% | |
| Saturated Fat | 56.4 g | 282% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 589 mg | 196% | |
| Sodium | 3426 mg | 149% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 174.6 g | 63% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.2 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.0 g | ||
| Protein | 193.8 g | 388% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 1269 mg | 98% | |
| Iron | 13.7 mg | 76% | |
| Potassium | 2718 mg | 58% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
