Marry-Me-Hähnchen-Pasta

Zutaten

• 12 ounces rigatoni pasta (or other small shaped pasta)
• 2 large chicken breasts (boneless and skinless, cut into bite size pieces)
• salt and pepper (to taste)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil (or oil from sun-dried tomatoes)
• 3 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes (chopped)
• 1 cup chicken broth (low sodium)
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup fresh basil (chopped)

Zubereitung

1. 1

   Cook the Pasta:: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the rigatoni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

2. 2

   Season and Cook Chicken:: Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.

3. 3

   Sauté Garlic and Sun-Dried Tomatoes:: Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Add the sun-dried tomatoes and cook for an additional 2 minutes.

4. 4

   Add Broth and Cream:: Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream. Bring to a simmer, then reduce the heat and continue to simmer for about 10 minutes, or until the sauce starts to thicken.

5. 5

   Combine with Cheese:: Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and chopped basil. Cook until the cheese is melted and the sauce is creamy.

6. 6

   Add Pasta:: Add the cooked rigatoni to the skillet and toss everything together until the pasta is coated in the creamy sauce.

7. 7

   Serve:: Plate the pasta and top with extra grated Parmesan and fresh basil for garnish.