Creamy Chicken & Pesto Fettuccine
Preparation time is 5minutes
Cook time is 15minutes
Total time is 20minutes
Serve is for 4 people
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Difficulty level: 2 out of 4
4 Ingredients
Number of servings
4
- 375grams fettuccine
- 500grams Australian RSPCA approved chicken breast fillets
- 300milliliter tub light thickened cream
- 1/3 cup basil pesto
Nutrition per serving
3450kJ / 828Cal
3450 Kilojoules or 828 Calories
40% of daily energy intake*
Protein
42.5grams
Fat
42.0grams
Carbs
67.5grams
Sugars
3.8grams
Quantities above are a guide only. *Percentage daily energy intake is based on an average adult diet of 8700 kJ.
Description
This creamy chicken & pesto pasta is perfect for a midweek dinner. You only need four ingredients and it's ready in 20 minutes.
Method
Step 1 of 4
Cook pasta in a saucepan of boiling, salted water according to packet instructions. Drain and return to pan.
Step 2 of 4
Meanwhile, heat 1 tbs extra virgin olive oil in a large, deep frying pan over medium-high heat. Cook chicken, turning occasionally, for 12 minutes or until chicken is cooked through. Remove chicken from pan and cover to keep warm.
Step 3 of 4
Add cream to pan and bring to the boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, uncovered, for 3 minutes or until cream has reduced slightly. Meanwhile, thickly slice chicken, then shred into pieces.
Step 4 of 4
Add pasta, chicken and pesto to cream mixture. Toss gently to combine. Season and serve.
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