8 ounces dried bow tie pasta
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 lb. skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cut into thin bite-size strips
1 teaspoon dried basil, crushed
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper
3/4 cup chicken broth
1/2 cup oil-packed dried tomatoes, drained and cut into thin strips
1/4 cup dry white wine
1/2 cup whipping cream
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)