Vodka Herb Cream Sauce with Chicken & Pasta - Chicken Farmers

Ingredients

• 1 lb (0.5 kg) brown rice linguine, dry
• 1 tbsp (15 mL) olive oil
• 1 lb (0.5 kg) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
• 1/4 tsp (1.25 mL) salt
• 1/2 tsp (2.5 mL) black pepper, freshly ground
• 1 cup (250 mL) onions, diced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup (60 mL) vodka
• 1/2 cup (125 mL) low-sodium chicken broth
• 28 fl oz (830 mL) canned diced tomatoes, with juice
• 1 tbsp (15 mL) rosemary, minced
• 1 tsp (5 mL) thyme, fresh
• 1/2 tsp (2.5 mL) hot red chili pepper flakes, (optional)
• 3 tbsp (45 mL) sour cream, 14 % MF
• 1/4 cup (60 mL) basil, fresh, minced
• 1 tbsp (15 mL) oregano, fresh, minced
• 1 cup (250 mL) Romano cheese, shredded
• 6 leaves basil, fresh, optional garnish