Shelly's Recipe

CHICKEN WITH PARMESAN NOODLES

Category: Pasta - Chicken

1 (9 oz) pkg refrigerated angel hair pasta
4 large carrots, thinly sliced
2 tbsp butter
1 1/2 lb skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
1/4 cup purchased basil pesto
1/4 cup finely shredded Parmesan cheese
Olive oil (optional)
Fresh basil (optional)

Cook pasta according to pkg directions. Meanwhile, in 12-inch skillet cook carrots in 1 tbsp melted butter over medium heat for 3 minutes. Add chicken; cook and stir 4 to 5 minutes or until no pink remains in chicken. Add pesto; toss to coat. Drain pasta. Return to pan; toss with remaining butter. Serve with chicken mixture. Sprinkle pasta with Parmesan cheese and ground black pepper. Drizzle with olive oil and top with basil. Serves 4