Pesto Chicken Pasta featuring pine nuts, penne pasta, boneless chicken breasts, dried basil, dried oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, black pepper, olive oil, minced garlic, heavy cream, basil pesto, and grated parmesan.
Start by toasting pine nuts in the oven until lightly browned, creating a rich, nutty flavor.
Cook penne pasta and season chicken breasts. Cook chicken in olive oil until done, then slice into flavorful chunks.
Sauté minced garlic in olive oil, add heavy cream, and simmer until it thickens to perfection.
Combine cooked penne, sliced chicken, basil pesto, and grated parmesan in the skillet. Stir until every element is coated in the delightful sauce.
Add more parmesan to the skillet, stirring until the cheese melts, enhancing the richness of the dish.
Topped with roasted pine nuts, it's a simple yet delicious recipe the whole family will savor.