Chicken Pesto Pasta

Instructions

1. 1

   Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fusilli pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

2. 2

   While the pasta is cooking, cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces. Season with salt and black pepper.

3. 3

   Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and lightly golden.

4. 4

   Reduce the heat to low. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the chicken.

5. 5

   Stir in the pesto sauce and toss everything together until the pasta and chicken are evenly coated.

6. 6

   Remove from heat and sprinkle the grated parmesan cheese over the pasta. Toss gently to combine.

7. 7

   Serve immediately, garnished with extra parmesan if desired.