I sometimes substitute chicken broth for half the heavy cream called for in the recipe to reduce calories. I also use additional Parmesan.
Preparation Time
20 mins
Cooking Time
10 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Calories
497 Calories
Recipe Instructions
Step 1
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
Step 2
Heat butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Saute chicken and garlic until chicken is almost cooked. Reduce heat and stir in salt, pepper, cream, pesto and Parmesan cheese. Cook until chicken is no longer pink inside. Stir in cooked pasta.
Ingredients
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
salt and pepper to taste
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 (16 ounce) package penne pasta
1 ¼ cups heavy cream
3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into thin strips
