Chicken Penne Alfredo Recipe

Name: Chicken Penne Alfredo
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 whole Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts; 1 pound Bacon; 3- 1/2 cups Penne Noodles; 1 stick Butter; 1/4 cups Flour; 1 whole Medium Onion, Chopped; 1/2 teaspoons Italian Seasoning; 1/2 teaspoons Pepper; 1/2 teaspoons Salt; 4 cups, 3 tablespoons, 1-⅞ teaspoons, 1/4 pinches Chicken Broth; ⅓ cups Cornstarch; 2 cups Cream Or Half-and-Half; ⅓ cups Shredded Parmesan Cheese; 2 cups Shredded Monterey Jack Or Mozzarella Cheese

Servings: persons

4 whole Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts
1 pound Bacon
3- 1/2 cups Penne Noodles
1 stick Butter
1/4 cups Flour
1 whole Medium Onion, Chopped
1/2 teaspoons Italian Seasoning
1/2 teaspoons Pepper
1/2 teaspoons Salt
4 cups, 3 tablespoons, 1-⅞ teaspoons, 1/4 pinches Chicken Broth
⅓ cups Cornstarch
2 cups Cream Or Half-and-Half
⅓ cups Shredded Parmesan Cheese
2 cups Shredded Monterey Jack Or Mozzarella Cheese

1
Preheat oven to 450 F.
2
Prepare the chicken breasts by grilling them over medium heat.
3
This will take about 10 minutes per side for thawed breasts.
4
When done, remove them from the grill, set them aside to cool and then slice.
5
Fry the bacon over medium heat until crispy, then set it on a paper towel to drain.
6
Once cooled, crumble the bacon.
7
Cook pasta to al dente according to package directions.
8
Drain and set aside.
9
In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter.
10
Add flour and brown it a little.
11
Add onion and seasonings.
12
Stir while continuing to cookuntil the onions are softened.
13
Mix chicken broth, cornstarch, and cream together in a small bowl.
14
Slowly whisk the broth mixture into the skillet, stirring and cooking until thickened.
15
Assemble the casserole as follows in a greased 9X13 pan: 1 cup sauce, cooked penne, remaining sauce, parmesan cheese, chicken, Monterey Jack cheese, bacon.
16
Bake at 400 F for 15-20 minutes until hot and bubbly.
17
This would work well to freeze.
18
Freeze it before baking the assembled casserole.
19
Just thaw it when ready and adjust baking time accordingly.
20
If you are assembling with cold ingredients, adjust baking time.

2338

kcal

Calories

141

Fat

Carbs

180

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 whole Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts, 1 pound Bacon, 3- 1/2 cups Penne Noodles, 1 stick Butter, and more.

Yes, Chicken Penne Alfredo falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chicken Penne Alfredo

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Variations & substitutions

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