PESTO CHICKEN PENNE

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A convenient pesto sauce mix provides the pleasant basil flavor in this simple chicken and pasta combination from Beth Martin Sine of Faulkner, Maryland. This entree requires little effort, yet seems elegant.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 4-6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

8 ounces penne or any medium pasta
1 envelope pesto sauce mix
3/4 cup 2% milk
1/4 cup olive oil
2 cups cubed cooked chicken or turkey
Shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, whisk the pesto mix, milk and oil. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes. , Add chicken; heat through. Drain pasta. Add to the sauce and toss to coat. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts :

maryanne omeasoo
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This dish was delicious! I loved the combination of flavors and textures. The pesto sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the chicken was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Mason Plese
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The pesto sauce was too oily for my taste. I think I would have preferred a more traditional pesto sauce.


raymond francois
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This recipe was a bit too complicated for me. I think I'll stick to my usual pesto pasta recipe.


Sandra Grant
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I made this dish for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the pesto sauce and the chicken was so tender and juicy. I will definitely be making this again.


Jy Røhåñ
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken. The pesto sauce is also very versatile. I've used it on pasta, sandwiches, and even as a dip for vegetables.


Fabian Bennett
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I'm not a big fan of pesto, but I really enjoyed this dish. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the sauce was light and flavorful.


Anako Anothando
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This dish was easy to make and very flavorful. I especially liked the sun-dried tomatoes in the pesto sauce. They added a nice tanginess.


Jamiu Olayemi Abdulrasaq
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The chicken was a bit dry, but the pesto sauce was delicious. I would try this recipe again, but I would cook the chicken for less time.


Nasar Chadhar744
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This recipe was a bit too bland for my taste. I think it could have used more garlic and basil in the pesto sauce.


Md. sadik
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I've made this dish several times now and it's always a hit. The pesto sauce is so flavorful and the chicken is always cooked perfectly. It's a great weeknight meal that the whole family loves.


Tahidul Islam
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This recipe is a keeper! It's easy to make and absolutely delicious. I highly recommend it.


MD:Parvez Hossein
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I made this dish for my family and they loved it! The pesto sauce was especially delicious, and the chicken was so tender and juicy.


Emmanuel Ojo
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This pesto chicken penne was amazing! The flavors were so fresh and vibrant, and the chicken was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.