Lemon Herb Chicken Penne Pasta

Ingredients

• 8 oz whole wheat penne pasta
• 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. 1

   1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

2. 2

   2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then add them to the skillet. Cook for 6-8 minutes per side, or until the chicken is cooked through. Remove from the skillet and let rest for 5 minutes, then slice or shred the chicken.