Easy Pesto Chicken Skillet

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Easy Pesto Chicken Skillet

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 30

Total Time 40

Author Stacey Little

Ingredients

2 pounds chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 (0.5-ounce) package powdered pesto sauce mix
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
3 cups chicken broth
1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes with basil, garlic, and oregano
1 (16-ounce) package elbow macaroni
1/2 cup milk
salt and pepper
1 cup shredded Italian blend cheese

Instructions

In a large bowl, combine the cubed chicken with the pesto mix and allow it to marinate for about 10 minutes.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and chicken and cook until the outside of the chicken turns white. Pour in the chicken broth and the tomatoes with the juice. Stir in the pasta. Reduce the heat to a simmer, cover, and cook for 15 to 17 minutes or until the pasta is al dente. Remove the lid and stir in the milk. Cook 5 minutes more. Add salt and pepper to taste. Sprinkle the cheese over the top and return the lid to the pan until the cheese has melted.

* If nutritional values are provided, they are an estimate and will vary depending on the brands used. The values do not include optional ingredients or when ingredients are added to taste.

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