Chicken & Penne Pasta with Vodka Sauce

Name: Chicken & Penne Pasta with Vodka Sauce
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: American, Italian
Ingredients: 2 Tablespoons olive oil (cooking); 4 small shallots (minced (about 1/3-1/2 cup)); 4 garlic cloves (minced); 28 ounces crushed tomatoes; 3 ounces tomato paste (1/2 a can); ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 1/3 cup vodka (unflavored); 1 teaspoon salt; ¾ cup heavy cream; 1 ¼ pounds chicken breasts (boneless skinless); 16 ounces pasta (penne or similar); 1/3 cup fresh basil leaves (chopped)