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Tuscan Chicken Pasta

Tuscan Chicken Pasta
Tuscan Chicken Pasta is cheesy, creamy and a little spicy with hearty chicken and pasta mixed with sun dried tomatoes and panchetta. The perfect quick meal! | A Wicked Whisk | https://www.awickedwhisk.com
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Serving Size 8 ea

Ingredients

  • 16 oz penne pasta
  • 4 oz panchetta diced
  • 3 chicken breasts cut into bite size pieces
  • 3/4 cup chicken stock
  • 1 3/4 cup half and half
  • 3 oz sun-dried tomatoes
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 2 cups asiago cheese grated
  • 1/2 cup parmesan cheese grated
  • 16-20 fresh basil leaves stacked, rolled and sliced thin

Instructions

  • Start by bringing large pot of water to boil and cook pasta based on manufacturers instructions. Drain and set aside
  • In a large skillet over medium- high heat, add pancetta and cook until crispy. Remove pancetta with a slotted spoon to a small bowl, leaving the grease behind.
  • Add chicken to grease and cook until no longer pink in the middle, approximately 5 - 7 minutes. Remove from pan and set aside
  • Pour into skillet stock, cream and spices and bring to a low boil.  Add in Parmesan and Asiago cheeses and whisk until cheese is melted
  • Add in sun-dried tomatoes and basil along with pancetta, pasta and chicken. Stir to combine and lightly simmer for 10 minutes
  • Serve with good crusty bread and an extra sprinkle of basil and cheese on top.