Pollo Limone Rustica Recipe

Name: Pollo Limone Rustica
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups uncooked penne pasta; 2 tablespoons butter; 3 tablespoons minced garlic; 1 cup chicken broth; 1/2 cup white wine; 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice; 1 cup heavy cream; 1 pinch of fresh ground sea salt; 1 pinch fresh ground black pepper (finely ground); 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, shredded, divided; 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded (use prebaked breasts or rotissere); 2 cups fresh Baby Spinach

Servings: persons

3 cups uncooked penne pasta
2 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons minced garlic
1 cup chicken broth
1/2 cup white wine
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1 cup heavy cream
1 pinch of fresh ground sea salt
1 pinch fresh ground black pepper (finely ground)
1/2 cup parmesan cheese, shredded, divided
2 cups cooked chicken, shredded (use prebaked breasts or rotissere)
2 cups fresh Baby Spinach

1
Cook pasta according to package directions.
2
Pre heat oven to 425.
3
While pasta cooks, in a large sauce pan heat butter until melted, saute garlic until slightly brown.
4
Add broth, wine and lemon juice to deglaze the pan.
5
heat liquids to a boil. Allow to boil 1 minute. Turn down heat and allow sauce to simmer long enough to reduce the sauce the 1/2 of the original amount.
6
When pasta is done cooking, drain, and set aside.
7
When sauce is reduced remove from heat and add cream, salt and pepper. Taste sauce. Add more cream, seasonings and lemon as desired. Sauce should be lemony.
8
Add chicken and 1/4 cup parmesan and return to heat. Warm until hot but do not allow the cream the boil.
9
Add chicken and sauce to pasta. Toss to coat.
10
Add spinach and toss long enough to very slightly wilt, the spinach should still be slightly crunchy.
11
Transfer to a slightly greased baking dish. Sprinkle with additional parmesan.
12
Bake for 10-12 minutes until top is slightly browning.
13
Enjoy.
14
Can top with lemon zest from lemons used for juicing if desired.

1306

kcal

Calories

Fat

143

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 cups uncooked penne pasta, 2 tablespoons butter, 3 tablespoons minced garlic, 1 cup chicken broth, and more.

Yes, Pollo Limone Rustica 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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Pollo Limone Rustica

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