Creamy Parmesan Herb Chicken Penne

Here’s a delicious and easy Creamy Parmesan Herb Chicken Penne recipe for you!

Creamy Parmesan Herb Chicken Penne

Ingredients:

• 12 oz penne pasta

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces

• Salt and pepper, to taste

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 cup heavy cream

• 1 cup chicken broth

• 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

• 1 tsp dried Italian herbs (or mix of basil, oregano, thyme)

• 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (plus more for garnish)

• 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes (optional, for extra flavor)

Instructions:

1. 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.

2. Cook the chicken:
   In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Season chicken pieces with salt and pepper. Add to skillet and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.

3. Make the sauce:
   In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
   Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream. Stir well to combine.
   Add Parmesan cheese and dried Italian herbs. Stir continuously until cheese melts and the sauce thickens slightly, about 3-5 minutes.

4. Combine:
   Return the cooked chicken to the skillet. Add cooked penne pasta and toss everything together until well coated with the creamy sauce.
   Stir in sun-dried tomatoes (if using) and chopped fresh parsley.

5. Serve:
   Garnish with additional Parmesan and parsley if desired. Serve warm.