Grilled Chicken Penne Al Fresco

In the pampered chef catalog - spring/summer 2009 - i am a pc junky! i have two friends who are consultants and i love pc stuff. i can't wait to make this - as soon as my busy schedule will allow!!

Steps

Spray deep microwaveable baker with olive oil.

Slice garlic into baker.

Add tomatoes.

Cover.

Microwave on high 4-5 minutes or until tomatoes begin to burst , stirring after 2 minutes.

Crush tomatoes with a spoon or spatula.

Add pasta , broth , wine , salt and black pepper.

Return baker to microwave.

Cover and microwave on high 16-18 minutes or until pasta is tender , stirring after 10 minutes.

Meanwhile , coarsely chop basil.

Reserve 2 tbsp for garnish.

Grate cheese.

Garefully remove baker from microwave and remove lid , lifting away from you.

Add remaining basil , cheese and chicken to baker.

Mix well.

Garnish with reserved 2 tbsp basil , additional parmesan cheese and black pepper if desired.

Ingredients

garlic cloves, cherry tomatoes, chicken broth, penne, dry white wine, salt, fresh coarse ground black pepper, basil leaves, parmesan cheese, chicken breasts