Tomato Basil Chicken Breast

During the week I work pretty late and we have gotten use to eating late.  I could always take the easy way out and get take out on the way home but I like to cook, and cooking at home also saves a lot of money so when you do eat out you can step it up and eat at better places. I love pasta dishes and could probable live on pasta.  Of course if you eat a lot of pasta you should eat whole grain pasta as it is not the best thing for you.  I also love to use veggie pasta since you get all your veggies while eating it. This meal is quick and can be done within 30 minutes and is also super easy.  also, chances are you have everything you need right in your fridge all the time. Here is what you need:

1 large or 2 small chicken breasts, (pounded)
Salt and pepper to taste
2 teaspoons dried basil
4 tablespoons EVOO
1 cup cherry tomatoes, cut in half
2 cloves garlic, minced
4 tablespoons butted
1/2 cup fresh basil, chopped
Parmesan cheese to taste
Pasta of choice

First you want to get your water boiling for your pasta and cook the pasta to your liking.....by the time the pasta is ready you should be finished cooking the chicken.   Season your chicken breast with salt, pepper and dried basil.  Add the EVOO to your skillet and heat.  Once hot add your chicken to the pan and cook on each side about 3-4 minutes.  You want to make sure you do not over cook the chicken or it will be rubbery.

Once you have cooked the second side for about 4 minuted add your tomatoes, fresh basil and butter.  The butter will help make a creamier sauce to put over your pasta.  You can also add the garlic at this time.  Once the butter melts mix the ingredients in the pan and flip the chicken once more.

Turn the heat down to low and simmer for a couple minutes while you drain your pasta.  I like to remove the chicken breast and slice and serve with the sauce over pasta topped with parmesan cheese.  This was absolutely delicious and so quick to make, Enjoy!