Creamy Chicken Pasta

Juicy chicken strips tossed with penne in a rich garlic cream sauce.

Ingredients

• 300 g penne pasta
• 400 g chicken breast, cut into strips
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup grated parmesan
• 2 tbsp butter
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tsp garlic paste
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1/2 tsp dried oregano
• Salt to taste
• Fresh parsley or basil for garnish

Instructions

1. Boil the penne in salted water until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water and drain.
2. Season the chicken strips with salt, black pepper and paprika.
3. Heat the olive oil in a large pan and sear the chicken until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
4. In the same pan, melt the butter and fry the garlic paste for 30 seconds.
5. Pour in the cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
6. Add the parmesan, oregano and more black pepper. Stir until the sauce is smooth.
7. Toss in the penne and the chicken, adding a splash of pasta water if the sauce is too thick.
8. Cook 2 minutes so everything is coated. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.