Pesto Ravioli with Chicken
Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with this creamy and satisfying Pesto Ravioli with Chicken recipe. This dish combines tender cheese ravioli smothered in a luscious pesto and heavy cream sauce, perfectly complemented by golden, pan-seared chicken breast. The recipe is easy to prepare in just 35 minutes, making it ideal for busy schedules without compromising on flavor. A sprinkle of grated Parmesan and a garnish of fresh basil add the perfect finishing touches to this Italian-inspired masterpiece. Whether it’s a family meal or a cozy date night dinner, this hearty and flavorful dish is guaranteed to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 20 ounces Cheese ravioli
- 2 pieces Chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 cup Pesto (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
- 4 leaves Fresh basil leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the ravioli according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside to cool slightly before slicing into thin strips.
In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Stir in the pesto and heavy cream, reducing the heat to low. Simmer for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce is well combined and heated through.
Add the cooked ravioli to the skillet, gently tossing to coat them with the pesto sauce.
Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
Divide the pesto ravioli among serving plates, top with the sliced chicken, and garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Pesto Ravioli with Chicken!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3971 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 291.1 g | 373% | |
| Saturated Fat | 110.1 g | 550% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 10.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1024 mg | 342% | |
| Sodium | 8588 mg | 373% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 115.6 g | 42% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.6 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.7 g | ||
| Protein | 203.6 g | 407% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.1 mcg | 26% | |
| Calcium | 2361 mg | 182% | |
| Iron | 14.6 mg | 81% | |
| Potassium | 2235 mg | 48% | |
*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.
