Creamy Chicken & Broccoli Pasta with Sun-Dried Tomato Sauce

Indulge in the rich flavors of creamy chicken and broccoli pasta complemented by a luscious sun-dried tomato sauce. This dish is a harmonious blend of tender chicken, vibrant broccoli, and the sweet tanginess of sun-dried tomatoes, all enveloped in a velvety cream sauce. Perfect for a comforting and satisfying meal any day of the week.

Ingredients:

• 8 oz penne pasta
• 2 chicken breasts, diced
• 1 cup broccoli florets
• 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh basil leaves for garnish

Instructions:

Follow the directions on the package to cook the pasta

Remove the water and set it aside

Warm up the olive oil in a big pan over medium-low heat

It will take about 5 to 7 minutes of cooking after adding the diced chicken until it is browned and fully cooked

Add the minced garlic to the pan and cook for another minute or two, until the garlic smells good

Add the broccoli florets and sun-dried tomatoes and mix them in

Cook for two to three minutes, until the broccoli is soft

Turn down the heat and add the heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese

Mix the sauce well and until it is smooth

Add pepper and salt to taste

When you add the cooked pasta to the pan, toss it around so that the creamy sauce covers everything evenly

Add fresh basil leaves on top and serve hot