Chicken Pesto Pasta

This crowd pleasing pasta was a landmark feat for SP for, after years of despising pesto since my last pregnancy, getting me to not only try but also love this dish. SP glowed when he last made it and I took seconds. The pasta cooked in the broth is the best part and I may never cook pasta in water again! I recommend prepping your ingredients in advance of starting the process.

Ingredients

1.5 pounds chicken breasts, cut into cubes and tossed with salt and pepper

1 large head broccoli, cut into florets

1 box gemelli pasta

4 cups chicken broth

2 cups pesto

Process

1. Saute chicken in a large skillet. Remove from pan.

2. Put pasta and broth in the pan and cook until al dente (add water if necessary)

3. While pasta cooks, microwave the broccoli with a little water to soften.

4. When pasta is ready, add the chicken, broccoli and pesto, stirring to combine.

5. Cook a little while longer and if necessary add a little more broth to keep it saucy!

Enjoy!