6 oz. (dry weight) campanelle or fusilli pasta 3/4 pound chicken tenders 1½ teaspoons cornstarch 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil Salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 jar (7 ounces) The Gracious Gourmet Lemon Artichoke Pesto 3 tablespoons cream 1 cup diced frozen artichoke hearts, thawed 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
Cook pasta according to package directions. While pasta cooks, toss chicken tenders with cornstarch. Heat olive oil in large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken, cook, turning occasionally, 3 - 4 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Stir in Lemon Artichoke Pesto and cream. Stir in artichoke hearts. Cook 1 minute, or until chicken is done. Drain pasta; stir into chicken mixture. Divide onto serving plates; top each serving with Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately.
