One Pot Chicken Pesto Pasta

Recipe:

Ingredients:

• 1 lb chicken breast, diced

• Salt, pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning (for seasoning chicken)

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 6 oz (2 cups) penne pasta

• 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth

• 1 cup spinach

• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

• 3 tbsp pesto

• 2 tbsp heavy cream

• Red pepper flakes (optional)

• Salt and pepper (to taste)

• Grated parmesan (for serving)

Instructions:

1. Cook Chicken

   • Season diced chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning.

   • Heat a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil, and cook chicken until cooked through. Remove from pan and set aside.

2. Cook Pasta

   • In the same skillet, add penne pasta and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer.

   • Cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until most of the broth is absorbed and the pasta is tender.

3. Combine Ingredients

   • Add cooked chicken, spinach, cherry tomatoes, pesto, heavy cream, and red pepper flakes to the skillet with the pasta.

   • Stir everything together and cook until spinach is wilted and everything is heated through.

4. Season and Serve

   • Season with salt, pepper, and a sprinkle of grated parmesan. Enjoy!