Chicken and Broccoli Pesto Pasta Creamy Chicken and Broccoli Pasta with Homemade Basil Pesto Ingredients: 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips 1 tbsp olive oil Salt and pepper to taste 3 cups broccoli florets 8 oz penne or farfalle pasta 1/2 cup basil pesto (store-bought or homemade) 1/2 cup heavy cream 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional) 2 cloves garlic, minced Juice of 1/2 lemon Fresh basil leaves, for garnish Directions: Cook pasta according to package directions. In the last 3 minutes of cooking, add broccoli florets to the pot. Drain and set aside. Season chicken strips with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for 5–6 minutes until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside. In the same skillet, add garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Lower heat to medium and add pesto, cream, and red pepper flakes. Stir and simmer for 2–3 minutes. Return chicken to the skillet and stir in the cooked pasta and broccoli. Add Parmesan and lemon juice. Toss everything to coat in the sauce. Serve warm, topped with fresh basil and additional Parmesan if desired. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes Kcal: 520 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #chickenpesto #broccolipasta #pastarecipe #easyweeknightmeals #comfortfood #pestorecipes #greenpasta #healthycomfortfood #quickdinner #homemadepesto #chickenandbroccoli #pastadinner #onepotpasta #creamybasil #dinnerideas #pastaaddict #flavorfulmeals #familyfriendlydinner #pestochickenpasta #easypastadish This Chicken and Broccoli Pesto Pasta is pure dinner joy! Tender chicken, bright broccoli, and creamy pesto sauce wrapped around perfectly cooked pasta

Smothered Chicken Pasta Creamy Smothered Chicken Pasta with Garlic and Parmesan Ingredients: 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts 1 tbsp olive oil 1 tbsp butter 1 tsp garlic powder 1 tsp onion powder 1/2 tsp paprika Salt and pepper, to taste 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 small onion, diced 1/2 cup chicken broth 1 1/2 cups heavy cream 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning 8 oz penne or fettuccine pasta Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish) Directions: Season chicken on both sides with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken and sear 5–6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside. In the same skillet, sauté onion until soft, about 3 minutes. Add garlic and cook another minute. Deglaze with chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits. Let it reduce slightly. Pour in heavy cream, add Italian seasoning, and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in Parmesan and mozzarella until melted and smooth. Slice chicken and return to the pan to smother in the sauce. Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and add to the skillet. Toss everything to coat. Garnish with parsley and serve hot with extra Parmesan if desired. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 25 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes Kcal: 610 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #smotheredchicken #chickenpasta #creamygarlicpasta #comfortfoodrecipes #weeknightdinner #onepotpasta #easychickendinners #pastarecipe #creamyparmesan #pastaideas #homecookedmeal #chickenandpasta #italianinspired #cheesypasta #garliccream #mozzarellapasta #heartymeals #quickdinner #chickencomfortfood #dinnerinspo Just made this creamy Smothered Chicken Pasta and I’m OBSESSED Tender chicken, garlic parmesan sauce, and cheesy goodness all in one pan!

Garlic Butter Chicken Pasta Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken Pasta with Herbs Ingredients: 12 oz pasta (penne, fettuccine, or your choice) 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces 4 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 tablespoon olive oil 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 cup heavy cream 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning Salt and black pepper, to taste 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional) Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish) Directions: Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside. In a large skillet, heat olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add chicken, season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning, and sauté until cooked through and golden brown, about 6–7 minutes. Remove and set aside. In the same skillet, add remaining butter and minced garlic. Cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant. Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan. Bring to a gentle simmer and let sauce thicken, about 3–5 minutes. Add red pepper flakes if using. Return chicken to the skillet along with cooked pasta. Toss everything together until well coated. Garnish with chopped parsley and extra Parmesan if desired. Serve hot. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes Kcal: 615 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings #garlicbutterchicken #pastadinner #comfortfood #easyrecipes #creamychickenpasta #homemadepasta #familydinners #quickmeals #italianflavors #parmesanpasta #skilletmeals #chickenrecipes #garliclovers #simpleingredients #herbyflavor #chickenpasta #pastaaddict #weeknightdinner #cozymeals #easyhomemade Garlic Butter Chicken Pasta is everything your weeknight dinner dreams are made of—creamy, garlicky, and loaded with flavor!

Chicken and Basil Pesto Pasta Creamy Chicken and Fresh Basil Pesto Pasta Delight Ingredients: 12 oz pasta (penne, fusilli, or spaghetti) 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed 2 tablespoons olive oil Salt and pepper, to taste 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional) 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1/4 cup toasted pine nuts (optional) For the Basil Pesto: 2 cups fresh basil leaves 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1/4 cup pine nuts 2 garlic cloves 1/2 cup olive oil Salt and pepper, to taste Directions: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside, reserving 1/4 cup of pasta water. Meanwhile, season chicken pieces with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken until golden and fully cooked, about 5–6 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside. To make the pesto, combine basil, Parmesan, pine nuts, garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a food processor. Blend until smooth. Toss cooked pasta with the pesto, adding reserved pasta water a tablespoon at a time to loosen the sauce if needed. Add the cooked chicken, cherry tomatoes, and a sprinkle of Parmesan. Toss everything gently to combine. Top with toasted pine nuts before serving, if desired. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 25 minutes Kcal: Approximately 540 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings #basilpesto #pestopasta #chickenpasta #italianrecipes #quickmeals #familydinners #pastalovers #homemadepesto #comfortfood #easydinners #freshbasil #chickenrecipes #simplemeals #pastaideas #midweekmeals #garliclovers #weeknightdinner #foodblogfeed #healthyish #pastanight Creamy, herby, and packed with flavor – this Chicken & Basil Pesto Pasta is the weeknight dinner you’ve been dreaming of

Lemon and Arugula Chicken Pasta Zesty Lemon Chicken Pasta with Peppery Arugula and Garlic Ingredients: 12 oz pasta (penne or linguine) 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided 3 cloves garlic, minced Zest and juice of 1 large lemon 2 cups fresh arugula 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese Salt and black pepper to taste 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional) Fresh basil or parsley for garnish Directions: Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and reserve 1/2 cup pasta water. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken 5-7 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove from skillet, let rest, then slice thinly. In the same skillet, add remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil and sauté garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant. Add lemon zest, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir to combine. Toss cooked pasta into the skillet with the lemon garlic sauce, adding reserved pasta water as needed to loosen the sauce. Add sliced chicken and fresh arugula, tossing gently until the arugula wilts slightly. Remove from heat, stir in Parmesan cheese, and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley before serving. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes Kcal: Approximately 450 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings #chickenpasta #lemonpasta #arugula #italianfood #quickdinner #easyrecipes #weeknightmeals #healthyrecipes #freshingredients #garliclover #pastalovers #comfortfood #familydinner #foodie #homecooking #onepanmeal #simpleingredients #deliciousdinner #flavorfulmeals #freshherbs Brighten up dinner with this Zesty Lemon and Arugula Chicken Pasta! Tender chicken, peppery arugula, and fresh lemon create a vibrant, satisfying meal everyone will love!