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Creamy Tomato Chicken Pasta: A Guilt-Free Indulgence for Home Cooks

Creamy Tomato Chicken Pasta

This creamy tomato chicken pasta is a delicious guilt-free indulgence that home cooks will love.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups penne pasta
  • 1 pound chicken breast, diced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt to taste
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped

Instructions

  1. Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté onion until translucent.
  3. Add garlic and diced chicken; cook until the chicken is browned and cooked through.
  4. Stir in crushed tomatoes and heavy cream; let simmer for 5 minutes.
  5. Add Italian seasoning and salt to taste.
  6. Toss the cooked pasta in the sauce until well coated.
  7. Garnish with fresh basil before serving.

Notes

  • For a healthier version, substitute heavy cream with Greek yogurt.
  • This dish pairs well with garlic bread.

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