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

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!

Spicy Sausage Ragu Hearty Spicy Sausage Ragu with Tomatoes and Red Wine Ingredients: 1 lb (450g) spicy Italian sausage, casings removed 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 small onion, finely chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (adjust to heat preference) 1/2 cup dry red wine 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes 1 tablespoon tomato paste 1 teaspoon dried oregano Salt and black pepper to taste 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil (plus more for garnish) Grated Parmesan, for serving Cooked pasta (pappardelle or rigatoni), for serving Directions: In a large skillet or saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sausage and cook until browned, breaking it into crumbles. Add chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic and red pepper flakes; cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in red wine, scraping the bottom of the pan to deglaze. Simmer for 2–3 minutes to reduce slightly. Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a gentle simmer. Reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 25–30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened. Stir in chopped fresh basil just before serving. Serve hot over cooked pasta, topped with grated Parmesan and extra basil if desired. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 35 minutes | Total Time: 45 minutes Kcal: 420 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings #sausageragu #spicypasta #italianrecipes #weeknightdinner #comfortfood #heartymeals #easyitalian #pastaideas #saucylovers #meatsauce #homemadepasta #pastadinner #wineanddine #tomatoragu #sundaydinner #pastanight #italiancomfort #raguwithkick #basilandparmesan #familyfavorites Just made this hearty Spicy Sausage Ragu Perfectly cozy, full of rich tomato flavor, and just the right amount of heat. Pairs beautifully with a glass of red wine

Spicy Sausage Alfredo Creamy Spicy Italian Sausage Alfredo Pasta Ingredients: 12 oz fettuccine pasta 1 lb spicy Italian sausage, casings removed 3 tablespoons unsalted butter 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 cup heavy cream 1 cup whole milk 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste) Salt and black pepper, to taste 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish) Directions: Cook the fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the spicy Italian sausage, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Remove excess fat if necessary. Add the butter and garlic to the skillet with the sausage and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Slowly pour in the heavy cream and milk, stirring to combine. Let the sauce simmer gently for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and red pepper flakes until the cheese melts and the sauce thickens slightly. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Toss the cooked fettuccine into the sauce until well coated. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes Kcal: Approximately 620 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings #spicysausage #alfredosauce #italianpasta #creamyalfredo #spicyitalian #comfortfood #pastalovers #homemadepasta #italianrecipes #cheesyalfredo #pastadinner #spicyfood #sausagepasta #foodie #quickdinner #easymeals #italianfoodlover #parmesancheese #redpepperflakes #pastalove Craving creamy and spicy? This Spicy Sausage Alfredo hits all the right notes with rich cheese and a fiery kick! Perfect for a comforting dinner!

Spaghetti with Black Pepper Sauce Creamy Garlic Spaghetti with Cracked Black Pepper Sauce Ingredients: 12 oz spaghetti 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 cup heavy cream 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper (more to taste) 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste) 1/4 cup reserved pasta water 1 tablespoon olive oil Optional: chopped parsley or basil for garnish Directions: Cook spaghetti in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1/4 cup of pasta water and drain the rest. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter with olive oil. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Add Parmesan cheese, cracked black pepper, and salt. Stir until the cheese is melted and the sauce is creamy. Add cooked spaghetti to the skillet and toss to coat. Add reserved pasta water a little at a time until desired consistency is reached. Serve hot, garnished with extra black pepper and fresh herbs if desired. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 25 minutes Kcal: 520 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #spaghettirecipe #blackpepperpasta #comfortfood #pastadinner #creamygarlicpasta #easyitalian #homemadepasta #parmesancheese #pastalovers #quickmeals #crackedpepper #weeknightdinner #noodlelove #pastaaddict #easyrecipe #pastanight #spaghettidish #simpledinner #pastaperfection #flavorburst Simple, creamy, and bursting with flavor! 🍝 This Spaghetti with Black Pepper Sauce is your new weeknight go-to! 🧄🧂