Chicken & Fresh Basil Pasta

1/2 pound of pasta (any kind)- cooked al dente
3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts - cubed
1 large handful of fresh basil - chopped
1 can of petite diced tomatoes~
1/4 C. olive oil
3-4 large cloves of garlic - minced
salt & garlic pepper to taste

Brown the cubed chicken in a large skillet with a little olive oil, adding the garlic, salt & pepper about halfway through. When completely browned, add the remaining olive oil, drained pasta and can of tomatoes. Stir & toss until pasta is sufficiently moistened (you may need to add some pasta water or more oil as needed). Remove from heat, add the basil, stir & serve.Makes 4 healthy servings.

*I just made this up but I am thinking it would also be great with some good minced olives too- like calmatta.

Creamy Sauce for Pasta

This is a fabulous Creamy sauce for pasta

1 envelope italian dressing mix
1/2 Cup butter
1# cubed chicken breast
1 can cream of chicken soup
1 8 oz. cream cheese
1 can diced stewed italian tomatoes

Cook all together and serve over pasta of your choice. Works great in a crock pot as well.

Posted by-Melly