Fresh Herb Penne With Chicken And Tomatoes

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Found this recipe on the back of a heartland penne pasta box. yet to try...looks good. prep and cooking time is a total of 30 minutes (not counting preparing the pasta) so this goes together quickly and would be great for a weeknight meal.

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Steps

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Cook and drain pasta according to package directions.

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Heat olive oil in large skillet over medium high heat.

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Add garlic and cook for one minute.

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Add tomatoes and basil.

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Cook 2 minutes.

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Add chicken.

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Simmer for 5 minutes.

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Toss with pasta and mozzarella cheese.

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Season to taste with salt and cracked black pepper.

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Serve immediately.

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Ingredients

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penne, extra virgin olive oil, garlic, diced tomatoes, basil, chicken breasts, mozzarella cheese, salt and black pepper