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Marry Me Chicken Penne

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil chopped (reserve 2 tablespoons oil)
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 12 ounces penne pasta
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves chopped

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot or deep skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then add to pot and cook for 6-7 minutes until golden and cooked through.
  2. Add the minced garlic, chopped sun-dried tomatoes with their oil, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring to combine. Add the dry penne pasta and bring to a boil.
  4. Reduce heat to medium and simmer for 12-15 minutes, stirring frequently, until pasta is tender and sauce has reduced and thickened.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted. Top with fresh basil and serve immediately.