Creamy Chicken Pesto Pasta Recipe

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Ingredients:

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1 lb pasta ( penne , linquini or bow ties)
3 boneless chicken breasts
1 tsp olive oil
2 tbsp butter
3 tbsp sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
1 tsp garlic powder
1/4 cup butter
2 cups heavy cream
1 cup grated parmesan cheese
2 tbsp basil pesto
shredded parmesan cheese (to garnish )

Directions:

Cook pasta according to package. Drain and set aside.
In large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons butter and the olive oil over medium heat.
Brown chicken breasts on both sides until nicely golden and cooked through, about 8-9 minutes each side. Remove from pan and cut into 1/2 pieces.
Pour out drippings from pan but don't wipe the pan out. In the same pan, melt 1/4 cup butter on medium heat. Add the garlic and sun-dried tomatoes. Sauté for 2 minutes. Stir in heavy cream and dash of white pepper. Cook 5-6 minutes, stirring frequently. Slowly stir in the parmesan cheese into a creamy mixture, stirring constantly. Stir in the pesto sauce and cook for about 5 minutes, until thickened. Stir in the chicken pieces for about 3 minutes.
Serve with breadsticks.
Serve chicken and sauce over the hot noodles.
Garnish with parmesan cheese and fresh ground black pepper (optional).

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	431.71 Kcal (1807 kJ)
Calories from fat	264.53 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	29.39g	45%
Cholesterol	145.91mg	49%
Sodium	525.91mg	22%
Potassium	351.89mg	7%
Total Carbs	16.56g	6%
Sugars	0.61g	2%
Dietary Fiber	0.19g	1%
Protein	26.72g	53%
Vitamin C	1.5mg	3%
Vitamin A	0.1mg	4%
Iron	0.8mg	5%
Calcium	174.2mg	17%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	211.37 Kcal (885 kJ)
Calories from fat	129.52 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	14.39g	45%
Cholesterol	71.44mg	49%
Sodium	257.49mg	22%
Potassium	172.28mg	7%
Total Carbs	8.11g	6%
Sugars	0.3g	2%
Dietary Fiber	0.09g	1%
Protein	13.08g	53%
Vitamin C	0.8mg	3%
Vitamin A	0.1mg	4%
Iron	0.4mg	5%
Calcium	85.3mg	17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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