Tuscan Chicken Pasta Recipe
penne, grilled chicken, housemade marinara, bacon, red onion, cherry tomato, spinach, roasted red peppers, garlic, parmesan.
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Chicken and Marinara
Method
Preparation
- 1
Cook the Pasta
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the penne pasta and cook until al dente, according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- 2
Prepare the Chicken
Grill the chicken breasts until fully cooked, about 6-7 minutes per side. Once done, slice the chicken into strips and set aside.
- 3
Cook the Bacon
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon until crispy. Remove the bacon, crumble it, and set aside. Leave the bacon drippings in the skillet.
- 4
Sauté the Vegetables
In the same skillet with the bacon drippings, add the diced red onion and minced garlic. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until the onion is translucent. Add the cherry tomatoes, spinach, and roasted red peppers, cooking until the spinach is wilted.
Assembly
- 5
Combine Ingredients
In the skillet with the sautéed vegetables, add the cooked penne pasta and marinara sauce. Toss to combine and heat through.
- 6
Add Chicken and Toppings
Stir in the sliced grilled chicken and crumbled bacon. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until everything is heated evenly.
- 7
Serve and Garnish
Serve the pasta in bowls and top with freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Enjoy your Tuscan Chicken Pasta!
