Wednesday, April 7, 2010

Pesto Chicken Penne: Recipe #1

"A convenient pesto sauce mix provides the pleasant basil flavor in this simple chicken and pasta combination from Beth Martin Sine...This entree requires little effort, yet seems elegant."

8 oz penne pasta
1 envelope pesto sauce mix
3/4 cup milk (substitute Lactaid for lactose-free variation)
1/4 cup olive oil
2 cups cubed chicken
Shredded fresh parmesan cheese

Cook the pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, whisk together pesto mix, milk, and oil. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes. Add chicken; heath through. Drain pasta. Add to the sauce and toss to coat. Sprinkle with shredded parmesan cheese.

Yum!

1 comment:

Nikki said...

I like pesto.. I should give it a try!