What Meat goes with Pesto Pasta- 10 Tasty Ideas to Try
There’s nothing quite as comforting as a big bowl of pasta. And when that pasta is topped with creamy pesto sauce, it’s hard to resist. But what type of meat should you serve with your pesto pasta?
The other day, my friend was in a bind. She wanted to make pesto pasta for dinner, but she wasn’t sure what meat to serve with it. She knew that the dish required a side of protein, but she didn’t know what would pair best with the sauce.
She asked for my help, and I was more than happy to oblige. Below, I’ve listed a few of my favorite meats to serve with pesto pasta and when and how to pair them.
Meat Dishes for Pesto Pasta
- Chicken
- Salmon
- Shrimp
- Bacon
- Sausage
- Beef
- Pork Chops
- Ground beef
- Lamb
- Tuna
Chicken
Everyone knows that chicken goes with everything. And while that’s not strictly true, it is a pretty versatile meat.
You can cook it in so many different ways – fry it, bake it, grill it, or even turn it into chicken nuggets. No matter how you cook it, chicken is a great option for pesto pasta.
When pairing chicken with pesto pasta, I like to keep the flavors simple. I typically just season the chicken with some salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Then, I’ll cook it in a pan with some olive oil until it’s golden brown and cooked through.
If you’re looking for a more complex flavor, you could try marinating the chicken in a pesto-based sauce before cooking it. This will give the chicken a boost of flavor that will really complement the pasta.