Description
A comforting dish of creamy pasta with tender chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, and Parmesan cheese that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 2 large Chicken Breasts, boneless, skinless, sliced thinly
- Salt and Pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil for searing
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1/3 cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes, chopped
- 1/2 cup Chicken Broth
- 1 cup Heavy Cream
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese, freshly grated
- 1 tsp Italian Seasoning
- 1/2 tsp Crushed Red Pepper Flakes (optional)
- 8 oz Pasta (penne, rigatoni, or fettuccine)
- Fresh Basil for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Begin by cooking the pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Season the Chicken: Season the thinly sliced chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Sear the Chicken: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken slices and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken and set aside.
- Sauté Garlic and Tomatoes: In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sun-dried tomatoes. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add Broth and Cream: Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream. Bring to a simmer.
- Mix in Cheese and Seasoning: Stir in grated Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and crushed red pepper flakes. Let the sauce thicken for a few minutes.
- Combine Chicken and Pasta: Add the cooked chicken and pasta to the skillet. Toss to coat in the creamy sauce.
- Serve: Cook for an additional minute to heat through.
Notes
To save time, use pre-cooked or rotisserie chicken. Adjust the spice level by varying the crushed red pepper flakes. For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian