Spahgetti with Artichoke Hearts and Tomatoes

This is a great dish to make when you are having people over. The recipe serves 6-8 people plus it has spaghetti noodles (who doesn't like those) and a nice cream sauce and to add great flavor, artichoke hearts and tomatoes. I have just decided that marinated artichoke hearts are from the gods. I can sit and eat them out of the jar. Mom, aren't you proud of me that my palate is maturing? This recipe is from my friend Ree. She doesn't know who I am but I own her cookbook and read her blog daily so I feel like we're friends. I hope you love this meal as much as I do. (even if your kids pick out the tomatoes and artichoke hearts they will still love this dish)
Spaghetti with Artichoke Hearts and Tomatoes
*adapted from Pioneer Woman

2 chicken breasts
Lowry's Season Salt
2 Tbs. Olive Oil
2 Tbs. butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 whole medium onion, finely diced
1 can artichoke hearts (14.5 oz quartered) drained
1 can diced tomatoes with juice (14.5 oz)
1 cup half and half or heavy cream
1/2 cup chicken broth
1/2 tsp nutmeg
salt and pepper to taste
1 pound thin spaghetti
1 cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
2 Tbs. fresh basil

Directions: Cook spaghetti till al dente. Drain and set aside.

Sprinkle Lowry's Seasoning Salt on chicken breasts and grill until done. Slice chicken lengthwise and place on plate; set aside.

Melt olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onions and garlic and saute for 2 to 3 minutes. Add artichoke hearts and tomatoes. Stir and cook for 8 to 10 minutes. Reduce heat to low. Stir in cream and chicken broth. Add salt and pepper to taste (do not undersalt!) Cook over low heat until heated through, then turn off heat.

Place drained pasta in a large bowl. Sprinkle with 1 cup Parmesan. Place chicken on cheese and pour sauce over the top. Add fresh basil. Toss lightly to combine and coat; add additional chicken broth if sauce seems too thick. Delicious! Printable recipe