Ingredients

  • 4 tsp Extra virgin olive oil, divided
  • 4 x Chicken breasts without skin & bones
  • 3/4 c. Red onion, minced
  • 2 med Cloves garlic, chopped
  • 1/2 lb Button mushrooms, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 c. Tomato paste
  • 3/4 c. Low sodium chicken broth
  • 3 Tbsp. Balsamic vinegar
  • 1 can (14 Ounce) artichoke hearts, liquid removed and halved
  • 1 tsp Basil leaves, dry
  • 1/4 tsp Thyme, dry
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1/4 tsp Pepper
  • 1/3 c. Parsely, minced
  • 2 c. Penne Pasta, cooked
  • 2 Tbsp. Parmesan cheese

Method

  • In large, nonstick skillet, heat 2tsp.
  • extra virgin olive oil over medium heat.
  • When the pan is warm add in the chicken and cook 2 min on each side.
  • Remove from pan.
  • Put the remaining 2 teaspoon oil in the pan.
  • Add in the red onion and garlic; saute/fry 3 min.
  • Then add in the add in the mushrooms and saute/fry till soft, about 5 min.
  • Whisk together the tomato paste, broth and 2 TBS vinegar.
  • Put the chicken back into the pan, adding the artichoke hearts, basil, thyme, salt & pepper.
  • Pour in the broth mix.
  • Bring to a simmer, cover and cook 5 min.
  • Turn chicken pcs over and continue cooking 4 min or possibly till cooked through.
  • Stir in parsely and remaining TBS vinegar.
  • Drain the cooked pasta.
  • Serve the sauce over the pasta.
  • Sprinkle cheese.
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