Penne with Chicken Recipe

Name: Penne with Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 pound chicken breasts boneless; 1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil; 1/2 cup scallions, spring or green onions; 3 each garlic cloves crushed; 28 ounces italian plum (roma) tomatoes with juice; 12 each basil fresh, chopped; 1 can olives pitted, ripe, drained; 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes crushed; 10 ounces pasta penne; 3 ounces mozzarella cheese part skim, diced; 1 tablespoon parsley leaves fresh, chopped; 1/2 cup parmesan, parmigiano-reggiano cheese, grated grated

Servings: persons

3/4 pound chicken breasts boneless
1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil
1/2 cup scallions, spring or green onions
3 each garlic cloves crushed
28 ounces italian plum (roma) tomatoes with juice
12 each basil fresh, chopped
1 can olives pitted, ripe, drained
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes crushed
10 ounces pasta penne
3 ounces mozzarella cheese part skim, diced
1 tablespoon parsley leaves fresh, chopped
1/2 cup parmesan, parmigiano-reggiano cheese, grated grated

1
Earlier in the day, add enough water to the skinned chicken to cover it.
2
Poach chicken in simmering water (uncovered) until chicken is no longer pink.
3
This will take about 8 minutes.
4
Allow chicken to cool in poaching liquid.
5
Cooling it in the liquid makes it more tender) Later, remove chicken from poaching liquid and chop it into small or bite-size pieces.
6
Save the poaching liquid to add to the water you're going to cook the pasta in.
7
In large non-stick pan, cook the onion and garlic in heated olive oil until softened.
8
Add hot pepper flakes and tomatoes and juice.
9
Cook about 30 minutes over medium heat until sauce thickens.
10
Cook penne in poaching liquid with additional water as needed.
11
Combine chicken with the sauce mixture in serving bowl.
12
Add parsley and cheese.
13
Sprinkle with parmesan and serve immediately.

760

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

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

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 pound chicken breasts boneless, 1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil, 1/2 cup scallions, spring or green onions, 3 each garlic cloves crushed, and more.

Yes, Penne with Chicken 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!

Penne with Chicken

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Variations & substitutions

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