Mediterranean Chicken and Pasta

 

8 ounces penne pasta

4 skinned and boned chicken breast halves (about 1 ½ pounds)

2 T. olive oil

1 (8 oz.) package fresh mushrooms, sliced

3 garlic cloves, minced

½ c. petite diced tomatoes, with juice

1 c. chicken broth

1 t. basil

½ c. chopped fresh parsley

1 T. butter or margarine

½ c. grated parmesan cheese

 

Cook pasta according to package directions, drain.  Cut chicken into 1 inch pieces.  Cook in hot oil in a large skillet over high heat 8 minutes or until browned.  Remove from skillet.  Saute mushrooms in skillet for 4 minutes.  Add garlic, saute 1 minute.  Add tomatoes, broth and basil.  Bring to a boil, return chicken to skillet, and cover.  Cook over low heat 4 minutes or until chicken is tender.  Add cooked pasta, parsley, and butter to chicken mixture, tossing to combine.