Creamy Lemon-Pesto Chicken Pasta

Step 1

Combine lemon pepper marinade and dried basil. Pour over chicken and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. (I usually marinate the chicken overnight)

Step 2

Grill chicken for 12-15 minutes, or until done (165 degrees).

Step 3

While the chicken is grilling, cook pasta according to package directions; drain. Set pasta aside and keep warm.

Step 4

Meanwhile, prepare the pesto sauce. Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir in garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.

Step 5

Whisk in flour until it thickens and bubbles, then whisk in milk and lemon zest. Continue to whisk mixture and cook until slightly thickened, about 3-5 minutes. Add pesto and mix well.

Step 6

To serve, slice chicken into strips. Toss cooked pasta in the pesto, top with chicken and garnish with tomatoes.