A creamy chicken pasta dish with a delightful pesto flavor, enhanced by garlic and cream cheese. This dish is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, combining the richness of cream cheese with the aromatic taste of pesto and tender chicken pieces.
Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat a tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat.
Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the chicken pieces to the skillet and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
Stir in the pesto and cream cheese, mixing until well combined and creamy.
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat the pasta in the sauce.
Season with salt and pepper to taste, and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat through.