How to Create Quick Chicken Pasta with Creamy Comfort

Ingredients

• 8 oz (225 g) penne pasta
• Salt (for pasta water)
• 2 tablespoons (30 ml) olive oil
• 1 pound (450 g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup (240 ml) chicken broth (low-sodium preferred)
• 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream or half-and-half
• 1 cup (100 g) grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs (such as basil, oregano, or thyme)
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)