Creamy Pesto Chicken Pasta

1.Cook penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

2.Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. In a skillet, cook the chicken until browned and cooked through. Remove from skillet and slice into strips.

3.In the same skillet, add cherry tomatoes and cook until they start to burst.

4.Add minced garlic and pine nuts to the skillet and cook until fragrant.

5.Add basil pesto and heavy cream to the skillet. Stir to combine.

6.Add cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat in the creamy pesto sauce.

7.Stir in grated Parmesan cheese and cooked chicken strips. Cook for a few minutes until heated through.

8.Serve the creamy pesto chicken pasta garnished with fresh basil leaves and extra Parmesan cheese.