Creamy Tomato Basil Chicken

Ingredients

• 2 chicken breasts
• 6 oz penne pasta
• 1 cup crushed tomatoes
• 1/3 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup fresh basil
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1/4 cup parmesan cheese(optional)
• 1/2 tsp salt

Instructions

1. 1

   Season chicken with salt and pepper; cook in olive oil over medium heat 6-7 minutes per side until done, then slice.

2. 2

   Cook penne according to package directions; drain.

3. 3

   In the same pan, sauté garlic 30 seconds, add crushed tomatoes and simmer 5 minutes.

4. 4

   Stir in cream and basil; simmer 2 minutes.

5. 5

   Toss pasta with sauce, top with sliced chicken and parmesan.