Chicken Penne Recipe
Penne pasta served with grilled chicken breast and a creamy sun-dried tomato sauce (+ $2 Pesto)
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Chicken
Sauce
Optional Pesto
Method
Cooking the Pasta
- 1
Boil the Pasta
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the penne pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually around 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
Grilling the Chicken
- 2
Prepare the Chicken
While the pasta is cooking, season the chicken breasts with olive oil, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
- 3
Grill the Chicken
Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked and juices run clear. Remove from heat, let rest for a few minutes, then slice into strips.
Making the Sauce
- 4
Prepare the Sauce
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, add a tablespoon of olive oil. Sauté the minced garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant. Add the chopped sun-dried tomatoes and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- 5
Combine Ingredients
Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, basil, salt, and black pepper. Allow the sauce to thicken for about 3-4 minutes.
Combining Everything
- 6
Mix Pasta and Sauce
Add the drained penne pasta to the sauce and toss to coat evenly. If desired, drizzle with pesto sauce for an extra flavor boost.
- 7
Serve
Plate the creamy chicken penne, topping with sliced grilled chicken and additional Parmesan cheese if desired. Enjoy your meal!
