Easy Creamy Chicken Pesto Pasta with Roasted Tomatoes - Recipes by Clare

Ingredients

• 10 ounces cherry tomatoes, sliced in half
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1.5 pounds chicken breast (about 2 large skinless, boneless breasts)
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon paprika
• 8 ounces pasta (bow-tie, penne, or fusilli)
• 1/4 cup basil pesto (store-bought or homemade)
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup pine nuts (optional)
• Fresh basil leaves, torn (optional)
• Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
• Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)