Name: Grilled Chicken Pesto Penne Pasta Recipe – Pasta.com
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: [Chicken And Pasta:] Black Pepper (to taste); [Chicken And Pasta:] 2 tablespoons Olive Oil; [Chicken And Pasta:] ½ cup Basil Pesto Sauce; [Chicken And Pasta:] ¼ cup Parmesan Cheese (grated); [Chicken And Pasta:] 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes (quartered); [Basil Pesto Sauce] Salt (to taste); [Basil Pesto Sauce] Black Pepper (to taste); [Chicken And Pasta:] 8 ounces Penne Pasta; [Chicken And Pasta:] 2 Chicken Breasts (boneless, skinless); [Chicken And Pasta:] Salt (to taste)

Grilled Chicken Pesto Penne Pasta is a delicious and satisfying dish featuring grilled chicken, which adds a smoky charred flavor profile, while the basil pesto gives the dish a fresh and colorful element. If you need a little more variety, incorporate sautéed vegetables such as bell peppers and zucchini.

Grilled Chicken Pesto Penne Pasta Recipe

A luxurious Grilled Chicken Pesto Penne Pasta recipe that pairs grilled chicken and penne pasta with a decadent fresh pesto sauce.

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Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 20 mins

Total Time 40 mins

Course Main Course

Cuisine Italian

Servings

Calories 921 kcal

Ingredients

Basil Pesto Sauce

2 cups Basil Leaves, packed
⅓ cup Pine Nuts
2 cloves Garlic, minced
½ cup Parmesan Cheese, grated
½ cup Olive Oil, extra virgin
Salt, to taste
Black Pepper, to taste

Chicken And Pasta:

8 ounces Penne Pasta
2 Chicken Breasts, boneless, skinless
Salt, to taste
Black Pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons Olive Oil
½ cup Basil Pesto Sauce
¼ cup Parmesan Cheese, grated
1 cup Cherry Tomatoes, quartered

Instructions

For The Basil Pesto Sauce:

In a food processor or blender, combine the basil leaves, pine nuts, and minced garlic cloves. Pulse a few times until they are roughly chopped.
Add the grated Parmesan cheese to the mixture and pulse again until well combined.
While the food processor is running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil. Continue processing until the ingredients are blended and the sauce reaches a smooth consistency.
Taste the pesto and season with salt and pepper according to your preference.
Blend again briefly to incorporate the seasoning.

For The Chicken And Pasta

Cook the penne pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Preheat a grill to medium-high heat.
Season the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper to taste.
Brush the chicken breasts with olive oil to prevent sticking to the grill.
Grill the chicken breasts for about 6-8 minutes per side or until cooked through with grill marks. The cooking time may vary depending on the thickness of the chicken breasts.
Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes. Then, slice the chicken into thin strips.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked penne pasta, basil pesto sauce, and grated Parmesan cheese. Toss well to coat the pasta evenly with the pesto sauce.
Add the sliced grilled chicken and cherry tomatoes to the bowl. Gently toss to incorporate the chicken and tomatoes with the pasta.
Taste the pasta and adjust the seasoning with salt and black pepper if needed.
Transfer the grilled chicken pesto penne pasta to a serving dish or individual plates.