Boil a large pot of salted water, add half the box of pasta + cook 10-12 min or until al dente, then drain + return to pot

Meanwhile, heat 1 tbsp oil in skillet over med-high; pat chicken dry, season with salt/pep + ½ of seasoning packet; cook 4-6 min per side until fully cooked, no pinkness remains; slice into bite-size pieces

Wash + dry lettuce leaves, add to a large bowl + drizzle on dressing

Toss pasta with 6 tbsp pesto + chicken; divide pasta + salad to plates—nicely done!