Chicken and Mushroom Pesto Pasta

I used to work for a Italian restaurant and loved this pasta k so things you'll need
to make this meal... makes 8 servings

• 1 package (16 ounces) bow tie pasta 
• 1-1/4 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1-1/2 teaspoons minced garlic
• 2 cups cubed cooked chicken
• 2 jars (3-1/2 ounces each) prepared pesto
• 3/4 of a cup of heavy cream
• 1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 cup (4 ounces) shredded Parmesan cheese
• 1 1/2 cups of marinara sauce

k now to put everything together

1. Cook pasta "al dente" according to package directions, 
2. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute mushrooms  in olive oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Reduce heat; stir in the chicken, pesto, heavy cream and pepper flakes. Cook 2-3 minutes longer or until heated through.
3. warm up the marinara sauce for 5 mins or until warm
4. Drain pasta; toss with chicken mixture. Sprinkle with cheese and 1/4 of a cup of marinara sauce. Yield: 8 servings.