This is the ultimate comfort-meets-elevated dinner. Juicy, herb-marinated grilled chicken. Creamy, dreamy pesto pasta. Crispy, golden roasted potatoes. Every bite is loaded with flavor, freshness, and cozy satisfaction. This is the kind of dinner you make when you want to impress without stress.
Ingredients
For the Herb Grilled Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp dried Italian herbs (or a mix of thyme, oregano, basil)
- ½ tsp paprika
- Salt & pepper to taste
For the Creamy Pesto Pasta:
- 8 oz penne or fusilli pasta
- ½ cup basil pesto (store-bought or homemade)
- ½ cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Optional: A squeeze of lemon juice for brightness
For the Roasted Potatoes:
- 1 ½ lbs baby potatoes, halved
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried rosemary or thyme
- Salt & black pepper
- Optional: Sprinkle of grated Parmesan for a crispy finish