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Recipes:
Creamy Chicken Penne with Sun-Dried Tomatoes
Caption: A rich and comforting pasta dish with tender chicken, creamy Parmesan sauce, and bursts of flavor from sun-dried tomatoes!
Ingredients:
For the pasta:
8 oz penne pasta
1 tbsp olive oil
For the chicken and sauce:
2 chicken breasts, cut into strips
2 tbsp olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
1/2 tsp dried Italian herbs
Salt and black pepper to taste
For garnish:
Fresh sage leaves
Freshly ground black pepper
Instructions:
Cook the pasta:
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook penne according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water.
Cook the chicken:
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season chicken strips with salt and pepper, and cook for 4-5 minutes until golden and fully cooked. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
Prepare the sauce:
In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Add heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, Italian herbs, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Stir until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
Add sun-dried tomatoes and chicken:
Stir in the sun-dried tomatoes and cooked chicken strips. Let simmer for 2-3 minutes to combine the flavors.
Combine with pasta:
Add the cooked penne to the skillet, tossing to coat in the creamy sauce. Use reserved pasta water to adjust the consistency if needed.
Garnish and serve:
Transfer to a serving dish, garnish with fresh sage leaves and a sprinkle of black pepper. Serve immediately and enjoy!
This creamy chicken penne is the ultimate comfort food, combining rich flavors with simple ingredients for a satisfying meal.
