Ingredients

  • 10 ounces dry pasta (farfalle, penne or similar)
  • 8 ounces frozen peas
  • 14 ounces chicken breasts, diced into 1/2in pieces
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 3 tablespoons red pesto sauce
  • 2 tablespoons cheddar cheese, grated

Method

  • Bring a large pan of salted water to the boil and add the pasta.
  • Cook for 10 minutes, until the pasta is almost ready, then add the frozen peas.
  • Bring back to the boil, cook for 1 minute, then drain well.
  • Meanwhile, heat the oil in a frying pan and add the chicken pieces.
  • Saute over a medium heat for 5 6 minutes, stirring regularly, until the chicken is lightly browned and cooked through.
  • Add the pesto and cook for a further minute.
  • Add the pesto chicken into the drained pasta and peas, mix well and season to taste.
  • Sprinkle with the grated cheese and serve in bowls, with warm garlic bread.