Spinach Fettuccine with Chicken & Pesto

By Bill Hicks • Chicken, Salad Dressings, Seasonings, Rubs & Spices, Salads & Side Dishes

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Prep Time

min

Cook Time

min

Servings

6 servings

Difficulty

Created

Jun 18, 2025 at 1:16 PM

Last Updated

Jun 18, 2025 at 6:56 PM

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Ingredients

3/4 Pound spinach fettuccine, cooked
1 Cup heavy cream
1 Cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, cut into pieces
3/4 Cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
3 Tablespoons cooking oil
4 Boneless, skinless chicken breast halves, cut into bite-sized pieces
4 Tablespoons pesto
Salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste

Instructions

Heat cream in a small heavy saucepan over medium heat. Add butter and stir until melted. Gradually add 3/4 cup Parmesan cheese and stir until melted. Reduce heat to low and keep sauce warm.
Heat oil over medium heat. Add chicken and stir until opaque (approximately 3 minutes). Transfer to a bowl, using a slotted spoon. Mix in 1 tablespoon pesto.
Toss cooked fettuccine with remaining pesto and cheese sauce. Arrange pasta on a platter. Spoon chicken over and season with salt and pepper. Serve immediately. Pass additional grated Parmesan cheese.
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