Ingredients

The following ingredients have 6 Servings
  • 3 tbsps olive oil (divided)
  • 1 tbsp salted butter
  • 1 lb raw boneless chicken breast, (cut into 1-inch pieces)
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup onion (chopped (white or yellow))
  • 2 cloves garlic, (minced)
  • 2 1/2 cups chicken broth
  • 14.5 oz can diced tomatoes, (undrained)
  • 2 1/2 cups uncooked penne pasta
  • 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes, (more or less to taste)
  • 1/2 cup half & half
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese, (shredded)

Instruction

  • Preheat large skillet to medium high heat. Add 1 1/2 tablespoons of olive oil and butter.
  • Once butter has melted add chicken pieces, Italian seasoning, salt and pepper and cook for about 15 minutes, until golden brown. Transfer chicken to a plate and set aside.
  • Reduce heat to medium and add the rest of the olive oil and onions and cook until translucent, about 5 or 6 minutes.
  • Add minced garlic and cook 1 minute.
  • Add chicken broth, diced tomatoes, uncooked pasta, crushed red pepper flakes and cooked chicken pieces. Stir and bring to a boil.
  • Cover and reduce heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes or until pasta is tender.
  • Stir in half & half and mozzarella cheese.
  • Remove from heat and let stand about 10 minutes for sauce to thicken. Enjoy!