Penne All'a Glio E Pollo (Penne With Garlic and Chicken)

Submitted by Shawn C

"Like Pesto? Then this twist will give you a new love for it. a Little involved but worth the effort!"

 

• Ready In: 20mins
• Ingredients: 8
• Serves: 5

ingredients

• 4 garlic cloves
• 1⁄2 cup olive oil, divided
• 1⁄4 cup fresh basil leaf
• 1⁄4 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 16 ounces dried mini penne pasta
• 4 cups cooked chicken
• 3⁄4 cup sliced green onion
• 1⁄2 cup grated parmesan cheese

directions

1. Cook pasta according to box directions. Drain and set aside.
2. Peel garlic and sauté in 1/2 of olive oil for 2-5 minutes until tender on low heat. Puree garlic in food processor with 1/4 cup oil, basil and rosemary to make pesto.
3. Add pesto, green onion, chicken and cheese to pasta; mix very well.
4. Drizzle and toss with olive oil (up to 1/4 cup) until desired consistency.
5. Serve immediately.