# Creamy Pesto Chicken Pasta

This recipe is for a creamy pesto chicken pasta, perfect for a quick and delicious meal.

- Total time: 30 min
- Cuisine: Italian
- Category: Sauce & Condiment
- Language: en

## Ingredients

- 2 skinless, boneless chicken breasts
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp chicken bouillon
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 0.5 tsp chili flakes
- 0.5 onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 cups heavy cream
- 1 tbsp chicken bouillon
- 1 tsp paprika powder
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 0.5 tsp chili flakes
- 0.5 cup mozzarella cheese
- 4 tbsp pesto
- 250 g pasta

## Instructions

1. Season two boneless, skinless chicken breasts with spices and mix well.
2. Add olive oil and butter to a hot pan and let the butter melt.
3. Place the seasoned chicken breasts in the pan and cook until golden brown.
4. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
5. Add chopped onions to the same pan and sauté until softened and golden.
6. Add minced garlic to the pan and continue to cook until fragrant.
7. Stir in chicken bouillon, paprika powder, garlic powder, and black pepper, and chili flakes.
8. Pour heavy cream into the pan and stir to combine with the sautéed ingredients.
9. Add pesto to the sauce and mix until fully incorporated.
10. Stir in mozzarella cheese until melted and the sauce is creamy.
11. Add cooked pasta to the sauce and toss to coat.
12. Place the cooked chicken breasts back into the pasta.
13. Pour some sauce over the chicken breasts and serve.

## Equipment

- pan
- tongs
- spatula
- pot

## Source

- Original video: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZGda7XkgV/
- Recipe page: https://www.cliprecipe.com/recipe/ca44402c-5877-426b-91b7-b5e1138306ea
- Extracted: 2025-11-24

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