December 9, 2007 Chicken Alfredo Pesto Pasta

Easy Tastebud Delights

12.09 Edition (December 9, 2007)

Easy Recipes

45 minutes+

Hi Everyone! I hope your weekend is most enjoyable.

Today's recipe caught my attention and looks so good. I've had Pesto Pasta before but never thought to add chicken or Alfredo Sauce to it. Enjoy!

Chicken Alfredo Pesto Pasta

1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
1/3 cup walnuts
2 cloves garlic
3 tbsp. olive oil
1/2 cup Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
1-1/2 cups cubed, cooked chicken
8 oz. fettucine, cooked

1. Finely chop basil, walnuts, and garlic in food processor.
2. Gradually add olive oil while machine is running and process until smooth.
3. Mix in 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese.
4. Transfer the pesto to a small jar. (Pesto can be prepared 3 days in advance. Pour enough olive oil over sauce to cover. Cover and refrigerate.)
5. Bring cream to a slight boil in medium saucepan. Be careful not to burn the cream.
6. Once cream begins to boil, whisk in pesto and add cubed chicken. Season sauce with remaining 1/4 cup Parmesan in large bowl.
7. Toss to coat pasta evenly and serve.

Serves: 4

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