Penne with Creamy Tomato Sauce and Grilled Chicken

Name: Penne with Creamy Tomato Sauce and Grilled Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 pounds Tomatoes (whatever Is In Your Garden Or Market); 4 slices Bacon; 4 cloves Garlic, Minced; 1 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper; 2 Tablespoons Tomato Paste; 1 cup Fresh Herbs (basil, Oregano, Thyme); 1 teaspoon Coarse Salt; 1 teaspoon Freshly Ground Pepper; 1/2 cups Red Wine; 2 Tablespoons Honey; 1/4 cups Heavy Cream; 4 whole Chicken Breasts; 1 pound Penne Pasta

Servings: persons

2 pounds Tomatoes (whatever Is In Your Garden Or Market)
4 slices Bacon
4 cloves Garlic, Minced
1 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper
2 Tablespoons Tomato Paste
1 cup Fresh Herbs (basil, Oregano, Thyme)
1 teaspoon Coarse Salt
1 teaspoon Freshly Ground Pepper
1/2 cups Red Wine
2 Tablespoons Honey
1/4 cups Heavy Cream
4 whole Chicken Breasts
1 pound Penne Pasta

1
Give the tomatoes a rough chop, then whiz them in a food processor until smooth.
2
In a large Dutch oven, render the bacon until crisp.
3
Remove from pan and drain on a paper towel.
4
To the pot, add the garlic, crushed red pepper and tomato paste.
5
Bloom for 30 seconds.
6
Add the crushed tomatoes to the pot, along with the herbs, the salt and pepper.
7
Simmer 5 minutes.
8
Add the wine, cover and simmer on low for 45 minutes.
9
Right at the end, add the honey and cream.
10
Stir to combine and taste for any adjustments.
11
Grill the chicken until cooked through, then tent for about 10 minutes.
12
Give the chicken a rough chop and toss into the sauce.
13
In the meantime, cook the penne until al dente and add to the pot.
14
Finally, toss in the bacon and go.
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870

kcal

Calories

Fat

101

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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 pounds Tomatoes (whatever Is In Your Garden Or Market), 4 slices Bacon, 4 cloves Garlic, Minced, 1 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper, and more.

Yes, Penne with Creamy Tomato Sauce and Grilled 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!