Basil Pesto Chicken Pasta Bake
This Basil Pesto Chicken Pasta Bake is really easy and quick to make. The combination of flavors in this one is amazing!
Servings: 6
Ingredients
- 1 lb (450g) boneless skinless chicken breasts , cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/2 teaspoon salt , to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper , or to taste
- 3 tablespoons olive oil , divided
- 12 oz. (340g) dry penne pasta
- 1 cup homemade or store-bought pesto
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper. In a skillet, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil and cook the poultry for about 15 minutes, until cooked through. Set aside.
- While the chicken is cooking, prepare the pasta according to the package instructions. Toss with the remaining tablespoons of olive oil and set aside.
- In a bowl, mix the pesto, ricotta, and sour cream until smooth. Add the cooked chicken and pasta to the mix and toss to coat. Transfer the mixture to a large baking dish and sprinkle with the grated Parmesan on top.
- Bake for about 30 minutes and serve. Enjoy!
Notes
Adapted from Adventures in Chicken by Eva Kosmas Flores