How to Make Easy Pesto Chicken Skillet - A Step-by-Step Guide

Looking for a quick and delicious dinner idea that the whole family will love? Look no further than this Easy Pesto Chicken Skillet recipe. This flavorful dish is the perfect way to enjoy a satisfying meal without spending hours in the kitchen. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time, you can have this dish on the table in no time.

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Ingredients

  • 6 ounces boneless, skinless chicken breast, thinly sliced
  • ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 pinch ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 6 ounces gemelli pasta
  • 3 cups small broccoli florets
  • 1 cup grape tomatoes, halved
  • ½ cup shaved Parmesan cheese
  • ¼ cup whipping cream
  • ¼ cup fresh basil pesto
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (Optional)

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Season chicken with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  • Melt butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken; cook and stir for about 4 minutes. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Transfer chicken to a bowl and keep warm.
  • Pour chicken broth into the skillet and add gemelli. Reduce heat to medium and cook for 8 minutes. Add broccoli and cook, stirring occasionally, until completely cooked, about 5 more minutes.
  • Add tomatoes and cook for 3 minutes. Stir in Parmesan cheese, whipping cream, and pesto until combined. Return chicken to the skillet and cook until heated through, about 3 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    439 cal.

    • Total Fat: 21g
    • Saturated Fat: 9g
    • Cholesterol: 68mg
    • Sodium: 1362mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 40g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 24g
    • Vitamin C: 68mg
    • Calcium: 283mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 506mg