Creamy Balsamic Asparagus Pasta | Umami

Ingredients

• 1 tsp olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 tbsp butter
• 1/4 cup onions + mushrooms
• 1 bulb garlic
• 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 bunch asparagus spears, chopped
• 2 small chicken breasts, cubed (optional)
• 1 pound penne pasta
• 1 ½ cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
• 1 cup freshly grated parmesan
• 10 leaves basil, chopped