Penne Primavera with Chicken

This comfort classic is on my Dinner Delivery menu next week. I thought I would share the recipe for those of you who aren't going to be ordering, but still want to give it a try.  I promise it is delicious and very easy to make!

Prep time: 20 minutes
Serves: 6

Ingredients:
1lb of penne pasta (or any pasta you have on hand)
2 cups of mixed vegetables (I used bell peppers, asparagus & broccoli)
2 cooked skinless chicken breasts, diced (I used a rotisserie chicken)
1- 5.2oz garlic cheese round (such as Boursin)
1/2 stick of butter
2oz. cream cheese
1 cup of whole milk
 3/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
1 tsb olive oil
1 tbs Italian Seasoning
fresh parsley for garnish
Shaved Parmesan for garnish


Directions:
Prepare the pasta according to package directions.  While pasta water is heating, place a sauce pan over medium heat and add the butter and boursin cheese.  Whisk until melted and combined.  Stir in the milk and the cream cheese and continue to whisk until smooth.  Add the Parmesan cheese and stir until melted and smooth.  Lower heat and keep warm until pasta is cooked.

After preparing the sauce, chop your vegetables into bite sized chunks.  In a large non-stick skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil.  When hot, add vegetables, chicken & Italian seasoning.  Cover and saute for about 5 minutes.  I like my vegetables to be slightly soft, but still bright in color.

When pasta is al dente, drain and add to the cheese sauce.  Combine and transfer to a serving dish.  Top with the vegetables and chicken.  Garnish with parsley and fresh Parmesan shavings.  Serve immediately.