Pesto Chicken Penne Recipe
fresh penne noodles, gorgonzola cream, basil pesto, grilled chicken, cherry + sundried tomatoes, bell peppers, sweet red onions, parmesan cheese, grilled baguette
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Ingredients
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Pasta and Chicken
Sauce
Vegetables
Toppings
Method
Preparation
- 1
Cook the Penne
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fresh penne noodles and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2
Prepare the Chicken
Season the grilled chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Grill them over medium heat until fully cooked, about 6-7 minutes per side. Let rest, then slice.
- 3
Make the Gorgonzola Cream Sauce
In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the heavy cream and gorgonzola cheese. Stir until the cheese melts and the sauce thickens slightly. Add the basil pesto and mix well.
- 4
Assembly
- 5
Combine Ingredients
In a large bowl, mix the cooked penne noodles with the sautéed vegetables and the gorgonzola cream sauce. Toss to combine.
- 6
Add Chicken
Top the pasta with the sliced grilled chicken and sprinkle with grated parmesan cheese.
- 7
Serve
Serve the Pesto Chicken Penne hot, accompanied by slices of grilled baguette on the side.
