Easy Creamy Chicken Pesto Pasta with Fusilli Noodles

Creamy Chicken Pesto Pasta served with fusilli noodles and topped with mozzarella cheese.

Pesto Pasta with Fusilli Noodles

Creamy, cheesy, and shockingly healthy - this Chicken Pesto Pasta turned out way better than I expected. I made it last night for Jace and I, and it instantly earned a spot in our dinner rotation. It’s another healthy, flavor-packed recipe from Alese, and even though I don’t use pesto often, I found myself going back for seconds. I swapped in fat-free mozzarella and gave fusilli noodles (ordered from Amazon!) a try for the first time - they were perfect for soaking up all that cheesy, herby goodness. 

• Difficulty Level: Intermediate
• Serving size: 3-5
• Total cook time: 20-30 minutes
• Family friendly: Yes, my teen and I both loved it!

Why You Will Love This Pesto Pasta

This pasta is light, fresh, and totally satisfying. Pair it with garlic bread, a crisp salad, or roasted veggies, and you've got a full meal that feels anything but basic. I used healthier ingredients to make it a guilt-free meal that your whole family will love. 

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How to Store and Reheat

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat in the microwave for 2 minutes or until warm.

Ingredients for Pesto Pasta with Fusilli Noodles

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  • *1/2 box of fusilli noodles
  • 2 chicken breasts (fully cooked, we cooked ours on the stove for 4-5 minutes per side with seasonings)
  • 4 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp basil pesto
  • 3/4 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1 cup shredded parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 tsp Italian Seasoning
  • Sprinkle of red pepper flakes
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella (fat free)
  • Dried Oregano
Ingredients for Easy Chicken Pesto Pasta which includes noodles, chicken, mozzarella, and cheese

How to Make Creamy Pesto Pasta (Step-by-Step)

✓ Step #1: Cook the pasta – Cook the pasta according to the box directions. 

✓ Step #2: Cook the chicken breast – While the pasta is cooking, cook chicken breasts on the stove according to your liking. Set aside. Once the pasta is done, drain and set aside.  

Cooked chicken ready to be added to pasta

✓ Step #3: Remove chicken – Once chicken is done cooking in a pan on the stove, remove from the pan and use the same pan to cook the sauce. 

✓ Step #4: Make sauce – On medium heat, melt butter and pesto. Add garlic powder and stir together. Pour in heavy cream and heat until bubbly - this should only be a few minutes. 

Step #5: Combine pasta and sauce – Pour the sauce on top of the noodles and stir until noodles are covered.

Creamy Chicken Pesto Pasta with fusilli noodles

Step #6: Add to plate and serve – Add to a plate, top with chicken and mozzarella cheese. Serve and enjoy!

Creamy Chicken Pesto Pasta served with fusilli noodles and topped with melted mozzarella cheese.

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