Penne And Chicken Tenderloins With Spiced Tomato Sa

Name: Penne And Chicken Tenderloins With Spiced Tomato Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 teaspoon ground fennel seed; 1 teaspoon dried basil; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1 pound chicken breast tenders, cut into (1-inch) pieces; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 4 cups canned diced tomatoes, undrained; 1 cup white wine; 8 ounces uncooked penne; 1/4 cup (1 ounce) freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese; 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil

Servings: persons

1 teaspoon ground fennel seed
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 pound chicken breast tenders, cut into (1-inch) pieces
1 tablespoon olive oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
4 cups canned diced tomatoes, undrained
1 cup white wine
8 ounces uncooked penne
1/4 cup (1 ounce) freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil

1
Combine first 5 ingredients in a small bowl; rub over chicken.
2
Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken; cook 4 minutes, turning once. Remove from heat; set aside.
3
Reduce heat to medium. Add garlic; saute 30 seconds or until garlic is soft. Add tomatoes and wine, scraping pan to loosen browned bits. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer 15 minutes. Add chicken, and simmer 5 minutes.
4
Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting salt and fat. Drain. Toss pasta with sauce in a large bowl. Sprinkle with cheese and basil.
5
Any small pasta will work in this quick, easy entree. Ground fennel and coriander bring a welcome complexity to the chicken and impart their flavor to the sauce.

445

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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: 1 teaspoon ground fennel seed, 1 teaspoon dried basil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander, and more.

Yes, Penne And Chicken Tenderloins With Spiced Tomato Sauce 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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Penne And Chicken Tenderloins With Spiced Tomato Sauce

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