Chicken Bolognese with penne is a hearty and flavorful dish that combines the classic flavors of Bolognese sauce with the convenience and ease of chicken. This dish includes juicy, tender chicken, slow-simmered in a rich and savory sauce made with tomatoes, fresh herbs, and a touch of red wine. Served over al dente penne pasta, this dish is a perfect blend of flavors and textures that is sure to satisfy your cravings.
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PENNE BOLOGNESE
This is a streamlined version of the classic Bolognese meat sauce that is fairly low fat. The penne pasta is perfect for trapping the chunky sauce, but you can substitute other sturdy pasta shapes, such as rigatoni or ziti. Serve with a salad, crusty garlic bread and a good Italian red wine for a great meal!
Provided by Leslie in Texas
Categories Penne
Time 1h
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a large non-stick skillet, heat the oil until hot but not smoking over medium heat.
- Add the onion and cook, stirring frequently, until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the carrots,celery, and 1/3 cup of water and cook until the vegetables are tender and the liquid has evaporated, about 5 minutes longer.
- Stir in the beef and cook until no longer pink, about 4 minutes.
- Add the wine and cook until the liquid has evaporated, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the tomato paste, 2/3 cup of the milk, the salt, pepper, and oregano, reduce to a simmer, and cook,stirring frequently until the milk has been absorbed.
- Continue to cook until the sauce is thick and creamy, gradually adding the remaining 1 cup milk until all has been absorbed, about 20 minutes longer.
- Meanwhile, cook the pasta in a large pot of boiling water until just tender.Drain well.
- Transfer the sauce to a large bowl, add the pasta, the parsley, if desired, and the Parmesan and toss to combine all.
- Spoon the Penne Bolognese into 4 bowls and serve with additional Parmesan cheese, if desired.
ITALIAN CHICKEN AND PENNE
This easy stir-fry combines the pasta with green pepper, mushrooms and tomatoes in an Italian-style sauce. I made up this recipe one evening, and it was a big hit with my family. -Janeen Longfellow, Wolcottville, Indiana
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to package directions; drain. In a nonstick wok, stir-fry the chicken, pepper, onion and garlic in oil until chicken is no longer pink. Add the pasta, mushrooms, tomatoes, sauce and seasoning; heat through. Remove from heat. Sprinkle with cheese; let stand until melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 291 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 46mg cholesterol, Sodium 214mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
PENNE WITH CHICKEN AND PESTO
I sometimes substitute chicken broth for half the heavy cream called for in the recipe to reduce calories. I also use additional Parmesan.
Provided by MARYSTEVE
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Italian
Time 30m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
- Heat butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Saute chicken and garlic until chicken is almost cooked. Reduce heat and stir in salt, pepper, cream, pesto and Parmesan cheese. Cook until chicken is no longer pink inside. Stir in cooked pasta.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 497.1 calories, Carbohydrate 42.6 g, Cholesterol 96.9 mg, Fat 26.1 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 12.6 g, Sodium 164.2 mg, Sugar 1.9 g
CHICKEN PENNE ITALIANO
An Italian version of stir-fry, this tasty dish mixes cubed, boneless chicken and penne pasta with red and green peppers, garlic, tomatoes, oregano, and basil for an easy weeknight supper.
Provided by Jeanine Farrar Bubick
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Italian
Time 55m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add the penne pasta and cook until al dente, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain, and reserve pasta.
- Whisk the cornstarch and chicken broth together in a bowl until smooth. Set aside until needed.
- Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and chicken; stir and cook until the chicken is no longer pink and juices run clear, about 10 minutes. Stir in the onion, and green and red peppers; cook until tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in the tomatoes, and simmer for 10 minutes. Pour in the chicken broth mixture and wine, if desired, and season with oregano and basil. Stir in the cooked pasta, and simmer over medium heat until thoroughly heated through, about 5 minutes. Serve garnished with Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 527.4 calories, Carbohydrate 56.4 g, Cholesterol 80.9 mg, Fat 15 g, Fiber 4.8 g, Protein 39.3 g, SaturatedFat 4.2 g, Sodium 926.7 mg, Sugar 8.7 g
CHICKEN BOLOGNESE WITH TAGLIATELLE
Our light version of pasta Bolognese features ground chicken -- and plenty of flavor.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Chicken Ground Chicken Recipes
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high. Swirl in oil. Add onion, celery, and carrots; season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring, until softened, 5 to 7 minutes. Add chicken; season with salt and pepper. Cook, breaking into bite-size pieces, until no longer pink, 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in tomato paste; cook 2 minutes. Add wine; boil until almost evaporated, 1 to 2 minutes. Add milk and tomatoes; reduce heat and simmer until thickened, 12 to 15 minutes.
- Cook pasta in a large pot of salted water. Drain, reserving 1 cup pasta water; return to pot. Add sauce, then pasta water, a little at a time, until sauce evenly coats pasta. Drizzle with oil and top with celery leaves, cheese, and a pinch of nutmeg; serve.
CREAMY CHICKEN PENNE PASTA RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: bacon, chicken breasts, salt, pepper, italian seasoning, paprika, garlic, spinach, small tomatoes, cream, shredded parmesan cheese, red pepper flakes, penne pasta, Chopped fresh parsley
Provided by Tasty
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a deep skillet, fry the bacon until crispy. Remove to a paper towel to drain, then chop.
- In the same skillet, add the chicken and season with salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and paprika. Cook until no longer pink inside.
- Add the garlic and cook until softened.
- Add spinach and tomatoes and cook until the spinach is wilted.
- Add the cream, Parmesan, an red pepper flakes and bring to a boil.
- Add the penne and bacon, and stir until fully coated in sauce.
- Serve with parsley, Parmesan, and red pepper flakes, if desired.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 725 calories, Carbohydrate 61 grams, Fat 36 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 44 grams, Sugar 7 grams
BAKED PENNE BOLOGNESE
Make and share this Baked Penne Bolognese recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Karen in MA
Categories Penne
Time 1h35m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat a 3-quart lidded sauté pan or pot over medium-high heat.
- Drizzle in about 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Coat the pan with the oil and throw in the ground meat. With a wooden or plastic spatula, break up the meat so it browns. This will take about 7-10 minutes, depending on the meat you're using. If it's fatty you'll need to drain the grease.
- Toss in the dried herbs and the onion and mix it all in well with the meat. Cook about 5 minutes, until the onions are pliable; add garlic.
- Stir cans of tomatoes and the puree well into the meat mixture. Bring to a gentle simmer, give it one more good stir, cover, lower the heat and let all those ingredients get happy together. Let simmer for about 30 minutes (or even an hour if you have the time).
- Two things to do while the sauce is coming together: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees, and fill a big pot with water and bring it to a boil. When you have about 10 minutes left on the sauce, take a large pinch of salt and dump it into the boiling water along with a tablespoon of olive oil and, finally, the pasta. Cook the pasta about 3/4 of the time it says on the box, so that it is very "al dente."
- When there are just a few minutes left on the sauce, pour in the sugar and the wine. Doesn't matter what kind of wine, as long as it's red. Mix in these two ingredients and let the sauce cook a few more minutes while you drain the pasta.
- After you've drained the pasta, put it in a 3-quart (such as a 9-by-13-inch) baking dish and pour in as much of the sauce as you like. You will likely have leftover sauce - use it again for pasta or even with green beans. Be creative. Mix the sauce and pasta well, and cover the top with the cheese. A nice sprinkling of dry oregano or basil will add taste and visual appeal.
- Put the dish in the bottom rack of the oven and let it cook for 25 minutes, or until the top is bubbly and just starting to brown. Carefully remove the dish, and set it aside. Thinly slice some fresh basil and set the table while the dish cools for 5 to 10 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 433.3, Fat 19.3, SaturatedFat 6.7, Cholesterol 44.8, Sodium 245.5, Carbohydrate 48.4, Fiber 8, Sugar 10.4, Protein 18.8
CHICKEN PENNE CASSEROLE
This is my family's favorite casserole recipe. I make it every week or two and we never tire of it. I like that I can clean my kitchen and then relax while it bakes. It won't disappoint! -Carmen Vanosch, Vernon, British Columbia
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h20m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, heat oil over medium heat. Add chicken, onion, peppers and seasonings; saute until chicken is no longer pink. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer., In a blender, pulse tomatoes and tomato paste, covered, until blended. Add to chicken mixture. Stir in broth; bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until slightly thickened, 10-15 minutes. , Drain pasta; toss with chicken mixture. Spoon half of the mixture into a greased 2-qt. baking dish. Sprinkle with half of the cheeses. Repeat layers. , Cover and bake 30 minutes. Uncover; bake until heated through, 15-20 minutes longer.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 579 calories, Fat 28g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 128mg cholesterol, Sodium 1357mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 47g protein.
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients. The better the ingredients, the better the bolognese will be. Use fresh, organic vegetables, and high-quality ground chicken.
- Brown the chicken well. This will help to develop flavor and prevent the chicken from being dry.
- Simmer the bolognese for at least 30 minutes. This will allow the flavors to meld and develop.
- Use a variety of vegetables. This will add flavor, color, and nutrients to the bolognese.
- Season the bolognese well. Use a combination of salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and Italian seasoning to taste.
- Serve the bolognese over your favorite pasta. Penne, spaghetti, and rigatoni are all good choices.
- Garnish the bolognese with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh herbs. This will add a touch of elegance and flavor.
Conclusion:
Chicken bolognese is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a great way to use up leftover chicken, and it can also be made ahead of time and frozen for later use. Whether you are serving it over pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes, chicken bolognese is sure to be a hit.
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