CREAMY CHICKEN, BASIL, AND SUN-DRIED TOMATO PASTA BAKE

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Creamy Chicken, Basil, and Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta Bake image

This is from Wild Oats. It can be made up the night before and then just popped in the oven the next day. They recommend it be served with steamed veggies or a crisp green salad.

Provided by RiRi5150

Categories     Chicken

Time 50m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

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

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350. Boil pasta according to package directions. Drain and place in baking dish.
  • Rinse and pat chicken dry. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Meanwhile, slice the chicken into 1/4-inch thick slices and place over pasta (the chicken will finish cooking in the oven).
  • Stir in cream and 1/2 cup cheese into the tomatoes. Simmer over medium heat until the sauce thickens.
  • Add the rest of the broth or wine if the sauce gets too thick. Stir in basil. Add salt and pepper to tast.
  • Pour sauce over chicken and pasta. Sprinkle with remaining cheese.
  • Bake uncovered for about 20 minutes, or until bubbling and golden brown.

Shabeer Hossain
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I'm not a huge fan of sun-dried tomatoes, so I omitted them from the recipe. The pasta bake was still very good, and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I would definitely make this again.


Arqam Libra
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This was a great recipe! I followed it exactly and it turned out perfectly. The chicken was cooked through and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Noluvuyo Mafongosi
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I made this last night and it was a hit with my family! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I would definitely make this again.


Sanii Khan
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This was a delicious and easy recipe to follow. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Saqib Sohail
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This was a great recipe! I loved the combination of flavors. The chicken was tender and juicy, and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Ayobami Suliyat
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Delicious! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


A Mac
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This was a quick and easy recipe to follow. The chicken was tender and juicy, and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Sjsj Sllsoso
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I'm not a huge fan of sun-dried tomatoes, so I omitted them from the recipe. The pasta bake was still very good, and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I would definitely make this again.


Darcy Jackson
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This was a great recipe! I followed it exactly and it turned out perfectly. The chicken was cooked through and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Tatuh Alemajoh Atem F.
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I made this last night and it was delicious! I used boneless, skinless chicken breasts and they cooked perfectly. The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the sun-dried tomatoes added a nice pop of flavor.


paisley jones
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This pasta bake was a hit with my family! The chicken was tender and juicy, the sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the sun-dried tomatoes added a nice tang. I will definitely be making this again.