Creamy Chicken, Basil, And Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta Bake Recipe

Name: Creamy Chicken, Basil, And Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta Bake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 ounces fusilli; 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast; sea salt; pepper; 3 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil; 1 tablespoon butter; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 1 small onion, thinly sliced; 1/2 cup sun-dried tomato, chopped; 1 cup chicken broth or 1 cup white wine; 1 cup heavy cream or 1 cup half-and-half; 3/4 cup parmesan cheese, shredded; 2 tablespoons canola oil; 6 leaves fresh basil, finely chopped

Servings: persons

8 ounces fusilli
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast
sea salt
pepper
3 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 small onion, thinly sliced
1/2 cup sun-dried tomato, chopped
1 cup chicken broth or 1 cup white wine
1 cup heavy cream or 1 cup half-and-half
3/4 cup parmesan cheese, shredded
2 tablespoons canola oil
6 leaves fresh basil, finely chopped

1
Preheat oven to 350. Boil pasta according to package directions. Drain and place in baking dish.
2
Rinse and pat chicken dry. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
3
Heat large saute pan over medium heat. Add 1 teaspoon olive oil. Place chicken in pan, and cook 2 to 3 minutes per side, or until the chicken is browned. Remove from pan and place on a cutting board.
4
In the same pan, melt butter, and add the rest of the olive oil. Add the garlic and onions. Cook for about 2 minutes, until the onions are soft.
5
Stir in the tomatoes and 3/4 cup of the chicken broth or wine. Bring to a boil. Turn down and let simmer for about 10 minutes.
6
Meanwhile, slice the chicken into 1/4-inch thick slices and place over pasta (the chicken will finish cooking in the oven).
7
Stir in cream and 1/2 cup cheese into the tomatoes. Simmer over medium heat until the sauce thickens.
8
Add the rest of the broth or wine if the sauce gets too thick. Stir in basil. Add salt and pepper to tast.
9
Pour sauce over chicken and pasta. Sprinkle with remaining cheese.
10
Bake uncovered for about 20 minutes, or until bubbling and golden brown.

890

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 ounces fusilli, 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, sea salt, pepper, and more.

Yes, Creamy Chicken, Basil, And Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta Bake falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Creamy Chicken, Basil, And Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta Bake

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