Chicken Penne Armadillo Grill Recipe

Name: Chicken Penne Armadillo Grill
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 10 ounces boneless chicken breasts; 2 red bell peppers (cut in 1/2-inch strips); 1 1/2 teaspoons cayenne pepper; 1/2 lb penne pasta; 2 teaspoons olive oil; 4 tablespoons onions (minced); 1 tablespoon garlic (minced); 2 cups white wine; 1/2 cup sun-dried tomato (julienned); 1/2 cup pesto sauce; 2 cups half-and-half; 1/3 cup parmesan cheese; 2 tablespoons fresh basil

Servings: persons

10 ounces boneless chicken breasts
2 red bell peppers (cut in 1/2-inch strips)
1 1/2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
1/2 lb penne pasta
2 teaspoons olive oil
4 tablespoons onions (minced)
1 tablespoon garlic (minced)
2 cups white wine
1/2 cup sun-dried tomato (julienned)
1/2 cup pesto sauce
2 cups half-and-half
1/3 cup parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons fresh basil

1
Preheat broiler and place chicken breasts and red pepper strips to baking sheet, sprinkle with cayene; broil until golden brown (about 20 minutes); set aside, and slice chicken in diagonal pieces.
2
Begin cooking pasta until al dente.
3
In a saucepan, heat oil and saute' onion and garlic.
4
Deglaze pan with white wine and reduce liquid, adding tomatoes & cook 3-4 minutes.
5
Then add pesto, cream and seasonings, stir until fully incorporated.
6
Add drained pasta to sauce and toss, then divide mixture among 4 warm plates and top each with chicken slices and red peppers.
7
Garnish with Parmesan and fresh basil leaves.

420

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

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* 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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 10 ounces boneless chicken breasts, 2 red bell peppers (cut in 1/2-inch strips), 1 1/2 teaspoons cayenne pepper, 1/2 lb penne pasta, and more.

Yes, Chicken Penne Armadillo Grill 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.

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Chicken Penne Armadillo Grill

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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