Thursday, April 11, 2013

creamy sun-dried tomato chicken pasta

Will this snow ever go away and the weather warm up? It's almost the weekend thank goodness and because it's so crappy out I think that calls for some some warming, creamy pasta goodness. This is a great Friday night recipe to enjoy with a bottle of your favorite wine. It is really quick and easy to make but it's decadent and who doesn't love some Friday night decadence.
creamy sun-dried tomato chicken pasta
4 cups penne pasta
1 chorizo sausage, chopped
1 lb (500g) skinless, boneless chicken thighs, chopped
4 garlic cloves, crushed
1 to 2 habanera chilies, chopped
1/2 cup dry sherry
1 cup sliced green onions
2/3 cup sun-dried tomato pesto
1 cup whipping cream
1/4 cup shredded basil
1 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
salt and freshly ground pepper

Cook pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water for 12 to 15 minutes or until al dente. Drain pasta and return to same pot.

Meanwhile, cook chorizo in a large frying pan over medium-high heat for 5 minutes or until browned. Add chicken and garlic. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes or until chicken is tender. Add sherry and reduce by half. Add chili, green onions, pesto and cream. Cook for 5 minutes or sauce is thickened. Stir in cheese and pasta; toss to combine. Serves 4 to 6.
creamy sun-dried tomato chicken pasta


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