Chicken Penne Pasta
A creamy, delicious chicken penne pasta dish perfect for busy weeknights and family dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces penne pasta
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Stir in the cooked chicken and cook for a few minutes until heated through.
- Add the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Toss the cooked penne pasta into the skillet, combining it well with the sauce.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
<li Gradually stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce thickens.
Notes
Use leftover rotisserie chicken for a quicker option. Adjust the thickness of the sauce by adding a bit of pasta water if it’s too thick.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: pasta, chicken, creamy, Italian, family dinner
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