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Tomato Basil Chicken Pasta

Penne with rotisserie chicken in a light tomato-basil garlic sauce and parmesan.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 12 oz penne
  • 3 cups rotisserie chicken shredded
  • 3 cups cherry tomatoes halved
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/3 cup fresh basil torn
  • 1/2 cup parmesan grated

Method
 

  1. Cook the penne in salted water until al dente, then drain.
  2. Saute the garlic in olive oil for 1 minute, then add the tomatoes.
  3. Cook until the tomatoes burst and soften, about 8 minutes.
  4. Stir in the chicken to heat through, then toss with the pasta.
  5. Finish with torn basil and parmesan and serve.

Notes

A pinch of red pepper flakes adds a gentle kick.