PENNE WITH CHICKEN, PESTO AND ARTICHOKES

PENNE WITH CHICKEN, PESTO AND ARTICHOKES image

Yield 5-6 bowls

Number Of Ingredients 10

12 oz box of penne pasta
7 oz jar of artichoke hearts
3 cloves of garlic
28 oz jar diced tomatoes
2 large chicken breasts
1/2 cup pre-made sun dried tomato pesto
1 onion
3/4 cup parmesan cheese
5 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and pepper

Steps:

marinade chicken breasts in favorite marinade. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil on medium high heat in a medium skillet. Add chicken breasts, brown 5 mins per side. Place chicken on a baking sheet, cook 30 minutes at 350 degrees, or until internal temp is 165. While chicken is cooking, cook penne according to instructions on the box. Heat 3 tablespoons olive oil in large pot over medium-high heat. Add the onion and garlic and sauté for 5-8 minutes, or until onion is tender. Add whole can of tomatoes, including the juice, and the artichoke hearts. Simmer for 8 minutes, until the sauce thickens then add the sun dried tomato pesto and cook for 1-2 minutes longer. Add in freshly cooked pasta add pinch of salt and pepper. Remove chicken from oven, slice into one inch cubes and add to pasta then add 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, stir and serve. Use extra 1/4 cup cheese to sprinkle on top when serving.