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Marry-Me Chicken Pasta

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb penne pasta
  • 3 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
  • 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil drained and chopped
  • 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Fresh basil for garnish

Method
 

  1. Cook pasta according to package until al dente; reserve 1 cup pasta water before draining.
  2. Meanwhile, melt butter in large skillet over medium; sauté garlic about 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Add cream, broth, tomatoes, Italian seasoning, and pepper flakes; simmer.
  4. Stir in Parmesan until melted and smooth; add chicken and cook about 3-4 minutes until heated through.
  5. Toss pasta in sauce; add reserved water as needed to desired consistency.
  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste; garnish with basil and serve immediately.