Creamy Tomato-Basil Pasta with Chicken

A few fresh ingredients transform chicken and pasta into this simple and creamy flavor-filled dish.

• Preparation Time: 30 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Calories: 497 Calories

Ingredients

• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 3 cups penne pasta, uncooked
• 1 cup fat-free, reduced-sodium chicken broth
• ¼ cup KRAFT Sun-Dried Tomato Vinaigrette Dressing
• 4 (4 ounce) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 4 ounces PHILADELPHIA Neufchatel cheese, cubed
• 2 cups grape tomatoes
• ½ cup KRAFT Shredded Parmesan Cheese
• 8 fresh basil leaves, cut into strips

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Cook pasta as directed on package. Meanwhile, heat 2 Tbsp. dressing in large skillet on medium heat. Add chicken; cover. Cook 5 to 6 min. on each side or until done (165 degrees F). Remove chicken from skillet; cover to keep warm. Carefully wipe out skillet with paper towel.

Step 2

Add remaining dressing, broth and seasonings to skillet; cook 3 to 4 min. or until heated through. Add Neufchatel; cook and stir 2 to 3 min. or until Neufchatel is melted. Stir in tomatoes; cook 3 min.

Step 3

Drain pasta. Add to ingredients in skillet with Parmesan and basil; mix well. Serve topped with chicken.