Chicken Penne Alfredo

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I came up with this recipe last night. I do have to credit colorboyswife" recipe #43423 for the wonderful sauce. This would also be easy to make for a crowd. It looks pretty and tastes divine!"!

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Steps

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Cook pasta according to package directions.

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Meanwhile , make sauce.

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Melt butter , heavy cream and cream cheese.

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Add parmesan cheese and garlic powder.

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Simmer for 15 to 20 minutes over low heat.

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Heat 1 tbs olive oil and toast pine nuts until golden brown.

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Drain on paper towel and set aside.

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Add remaining oil to the pan and saut onions for 2 minutes.

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Add red peppers and pepper flakes and saut until onions are translucent.

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Add chicken pieces.

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Saut until chicken is cooked through.

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Add mushrooms , olives , basil and parsley.

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Stir in sauce and pine nuts.

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Drain pasta , and stir into mixture.

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Let simmer for a few minutes.

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Serve and enjoy !.

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Ingredients

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penne rigate, chicken breast halves, red bell peppers, onion, red pepper flakes, sliced mushrooms, black olives, fresh basil leaf, olive oil, pine nuts, fresh parsley, heavy cream, butter, parmesan cheese, cream cheese, garlic powder