Ingredients:
8 ounces penne pasta
1 lb chicken breasts, boneless & skinless, cut into bite-sized chunks
4 ounces sun-dried tomatoes
2 tablespoons olive oil (from the sun-dried tomatoes jar)
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, dried
Salt & pepper, to your preference
Fresh basil for garnishing (optional)
Steps:
Cook the penne pasta as per its packet's guidance. Once done, drain and keep aside.
Over medium flame, warm the olive oil in a sizable skillet. Introduce the minced garlic and let it sizzle for around a minute.
Infuse the skillet with chicken, seasoning it with salt, pepper, and the Italian seasoning. Cook till the chicken turns a golden hue and is thoroughly done, which should take about 5-7 minutes.
Set the cooked chicken aside momentarily. Into the skillet, usher in the sun-dried tomatoes (devoid of excess oil). Let them cook for a couple of minutes.
Reduce to a low flame, then pour in the heavy cream, stirring to meld it with the tomatoes. Allow it to simmer for a short 2-3 minutes to attain a thicker consistency.
Immerse the mozzarella cheese into the skillet, stirring till it's beautifully melted into the cream.
Bring back the chicken, ensuring each piece gets generously coated with our creamy concoction.
Introduce the cooked penne into the skillet, mixing well to ensure each strand is bathed in the sauce.
Allow everything to simmer together for another 2-3 minutes to let the flavors intertwine beautifully.
Finish off by garnishing with fresh basil leaves, if you're so inclined.
Serve piping hot and let the dish weave its magic!
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