Sun Dried Tomato Pasta with Chicken

1: Cook ziti according to packet directions minus 1 minute.

2: Before draining, scoop out 1/2 cup of pasta cooking water.

3: Sprinkle chicken on both sides with salt and pepper. Pound to 1" thickness if necessary.

4: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Add chicken and cook for 4 minutes on each side, then remove onto a plate and cover loosely with foil to rest.

5: Melt butter in the skillet over medium high heat. Add garlic and shallot, cooking for 1 minute.

6: Add mushrooms and cook until golden, about 2 minutes.

7: Add broth, cream, parmesan, and sun dried tomatoes. Stir and bring to a simmer.

8: Simmer rapidly for 3 minutes until slightly thickened. Season sauce to taste with more salt and pepper.

9: Add pasta, cooking water, and baby spinach. Toss for 1 to 2 minutes until sauce has thickened.

10: Use a slotted spoon to transfer the pasta to serving plates. Top with chicken and spoon over remaining sauce.

11: Garnish with fresh basil and parmesan. Serve.