Best 9 Chicken Penne Pasta With Pink Sauce Recipes

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Chicken penne pasta with pink sauce is a delectable dish that combines the flavors of creamy tomato sauce, tender chicken, and al dente penne pasta. This dish is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight dinner or a special occasion meal. With just a few simple ingredients and a few easy steps, you can create a restaurant-quality meal in the comfort of your own home.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

CREAMY CHICKEN PENNE PASTA RECIPE BY TASTY



Creamy Chicken Penne Pasta Recipe by Tasty image

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

4 slices bacon
2 chicken breasts, sliced
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
2 teaspoons italian seasoning
1 teaspoon paprika
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups spinach
4 small tomatoes, diced
1 ½ cups cream
1 cup shredded parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes, plus more for garnish
10 oz penne pasta, cooked until al dente
3 tablespoons Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

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

ITALIAN CHICKEN AND PENNE



Italian Chicken and Penne image

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

8 ounces uncooked penne pasta
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 small green pepper, julienned
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1 cup halved cherry or grape tomatoes
1 can (8 ounces) pizza sauce
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/3 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

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

CHICKEN PENNE PASTA WITH PINK SAUCE



Chicken Penne Pasta With Pink Sauce image

Make and share this Chicken Penne Pasta With Pink Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

6 ounces dry penne pasta
3 boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 tablespoons olive oil
salt
fresh ground black pepper
1 cup coarsely chopped prosciutto
1/2 medium green bell pepper, cut into 1 x 1/4 inch strips
1/2 medium yellow bell pepper, cut into 1x 1/4 inch strips
3 tablespoons drained capers
1 teaspoon dried basil, crushed
1 (15 ounce) jar marinara sauce (or homemade)
1 (10 ounce) jar alfredo sauce
1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook the pasta according to package directions; drain well.
  • Return the pasta to the pot and set aside.
  • Coat the chicken breasts with 1 tablespoon olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
  • Place the chicken on a foil-lined baking sheet and bake in a preheated 350°oven for 15-20 minutes or until cooked through.
  • Remove the pan from the oven and let the chicken cool.
  • When it is cool enough to handle, dice the chicken and set aside.
  • Coat a 9 x 13 inch casserole dish with cooking spray.
  • In a large skillet over med-high heat, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil.
  • Add the cooked chicken and garlic; cook, stirring, for 2 minutes.
  • Add the prosciutto, green and yellow peppers, capers, and basil.
  • Cooks, stirring frequently, for 2-3 minutes or until the peppers just start to soften.
  • Add the chicken mixture to the reserved penne and mix well.
  • Spread half of the mixture in prepared pan.
  • In a bowl, combine the marinara and Alfredo sauces.
  • Top the penne with 1 cup of sauce.
  • Put the remaining penne mixture over the sauce, then add the remaining sauce.
  • Sprinkle the top with Parmesan cheese.
  • Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the cheese is melted and slightly browned and the casserole is heated through.
  • Remove the pan from the oven and toss the pasta thoroughly.

TRICOLORE PENNE PASTA WITH CHICKEN



Tricolore Penne Pasta with Chicken image

Provided by Ellie Krieger

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

3/4 box (12 ounces) whole-wheat penne
1/4 cup olive oil
4 large cloves garlic, thinly sliced
1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, (not oil-packed), sliced into strips
1/2 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, thinly sliced
2 cups roughly chopped arugula leaves
1 medium head radicchio, thinly sliced
1 large head endive, bottom 1/2-inch removed, then sliced into thin strips
3/4 cup low-sodium chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 1/2 cups fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced, plus more for garnish
1/4 cup shaved Parmesan

Steps:

  • Cook the pasta according to the package directions. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water. While the pasta is cooking, heat the oil over a medium heat in a large, heavy skillet. Add the garlic and tomatoes and cook until the garlic is soft but not browned, about 2 minutes. Add the chicken and cook, stirring a few times, until just cooked through, about 5 minutes. Add the arugula, radicchio, endive, broth, salt, and pepper, and cook until the greens are wilted, 1 to 2 minutes. Add pasta water, as necessary, for a wetter sauce.
  • Combine the pasta and vegetable mixture in the pasta pot and toss to combine. Add the basil just before serving. Garnish with shaved Parmesan and a sprinkling of basil.
  • Excellent Source of: Calcium, Fiber, Folate, Iron, Manganese, Niacin, Phosphorus, Potassium, Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin K, Protein
  • Good Source of: Copper, Magnesium, Molybdenum, Riboflavin, Selenium, Thiamin, Zinc, Vitamin B6, Pantothenic Acid

Nutrition Facts : Calories 580 calorie, Fat 20 grams, SaturatedFat 3.5 grams, Cholesterol 35 milligrams, Sodium 600 milligrams, Carbohydrate 75 grams, Fiber 13 grams, Protein 28 grams

BLUSHING PENNE PASTA



Blushing Penne Pasta image

I reworked this recipe from an original that called for vodka and heavy whipping cream. My friends and family had a hard time believing a sauce this rich, flavorful and creamy could be light. -Margaret Wilson, Hemet, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 package (16 ounces) penne pasta
2 tablespoons butter
1 medium onion, halved and thinly sliced
2 tablespoons minced fresh thyme or 2 teaspoons dried thyme
2 tablespoons minced fresh basil or 2 teaspoons dried basil
1 teaspoon salt
1-1/2 cups half-and-half cream, divided
1/2 cup white wine or reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 tablespoon tomato paste
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 cup shredded Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, divided

Steps:

  • In a 6-qt. stockpot, cook pasta according to package directions. Drain; return to pot., Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet, heat butter over medium heat; saute onion until lightly browned, 8-10 minutes. Add herbs and salt; cook and stir 1 minute. Add 1 cup cream, wine and tomato paste; cook and stir until blended., Mix flour and remaining cream until smooth; gradually stir into onion mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes. Stir in 1/4 cup cheese. Stir into pasta. Serve with remaining cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 335 calories, Fat 10g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 34mg cholesterol, Sodium 431mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 12g protein.

PENNE ROSA WITH PARMESAN CRUSTED CHICKEN



Penne Rosa with Parmesan Crusted Chicken image

Penne pasta in a red pepper-flecked tomato cream sauce tossed with mushrooms, spinach, and topped with Parmesan chicken. I also serve with a fresh Caesar salad.

Provided by MandaGreens

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Parmesan Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups grated Parmesan cheese
1 (16 ounce) package penne pasta
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
3 egg whites, lightly beaten
2 (16 ounce) jars Alfredo sauce
2 (14.5 ounce) cans Italian-style diced tomatoes
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes, or to taste
1 (8 ounce) package sliced fresh mushrooms
1 (8 ounce) package fresh spinach
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Place 2 cups Parmesan cheese into a shallow bowl.
  • Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil over high heat. Once the water is boiling, stir in penne and return to a boil. Cook the pasta uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the pasta has cooked through but is still firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Drain well in a colander set in the sink.
  • Dip chicken breasts into the beaten egg whites.
  • Press chicken into Parmesan cheese in shallow bowl to coat both sides.
  • Gently toss between your hands so any cheese that hasn't stuck can fall away. Place the chicken on prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake chicken breasts in the preheated oven until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 18 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
  • Meanwhile, heat Alfredo sauce, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and red pepper flakes in a large saucepan over low heat. Allow to simmer while you finish the remaining steps.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium high heat; cook and stir mushrooms and spinach until mushrooms are tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir vegetables into the sauce.
  • Place the penne pasta into a serving bowl; slice chicken breasts and arrange over the pasta.
  • Pour sauce over the pasta and chicken, and sprinkle remaining 1 cup Parmesan cheese on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1023.9 calories, Carbohydrate 73.5 g, Cholesterol 141 mg, Fat 59.6 g, Fiber 5.6 g, Protein 54.6 g, SaturatedFat 25 g, Sodium 2568.9 mg, Sugar 13.3 g

QUICK PENNE PASTA WITH CHICKEN TOMATO SAUCE



Quick Penne Pasta With Chicken Tomato Sauce image

A quick tasty supper, serve with crusty rolls and a green salad. For entry into Ready, Set, cook #3 contest.

Provided by Derf2440

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

0.5 (371 g) box whole wheat penne
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 lb ground chicken
1 teaspoon ground cumin
salt and pepper
1 sweet red pepper, seeded and cut in strips
1 tablespoon hot creamed horseradish
1 (14 ounce) can tomato sauce, roasted garlic flavour
1 cup parmesan cheese, shredded, divided
3 tablespoons toasted pine nuts

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package instructions, al dente, adding olive oil to cooking water.
  • Drain and keep warm.
  • Combine ground chicken, cumin, salt and pepper until well mixed.
  • In a non stick frypan, scramble fry chicken mixture, until no longer pink and cooked through.
  • Remove from pan to drain on paper towel.
  • Drain any fat from pan and wipe out with a paper towel.
  • Return chicken mixture to frypan, add red pepper strips, horseradish, tomato sauce and 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese.
  • Bring to boil and simmer 10 minutes.
  • Place penne pasta in warmed pasta bowl, pour tomato/chicken mixture over, gently mix together.
  • Sprinkle remaining Parmesan cheese and toasted pine nuts over pasta mixture.
  • Serve immediately.

PENNE WITH PINK VODKA SAUCE



Penne with Pink Vodka Sauce image

I made this recipe for my niece's baptism, it was a huge hit, no leftovers! Optional ingredients include, crushed red pepper flakes, sliced black olives and roasted red pepper strips. Also, you can substitute the cheese of your choice for the mozzarella.

Provided by BIG DADDY

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta

Time 30m

Yield 7

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (16 ounce) package dry penne pasta
5 tablespoons butter
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1 cup vodka
2 (28 ounce) cans crushed tomatoes
1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
1 pint heavy cream

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.
  • In a large skillet, saute garlic in the butter. Add vodka and cook for 3 minutes. Pour in tomatoes and cheese; stir until cheese melts. Stir in heavy cream and heat thoroughly. Mix sauce into hot pasta.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 728.4 calories, Carbohydrate 65.6 g, Cholesterol 125.3 mg, Fat 38.1 g, Fiber 6.4 g, Protein 17.6 g, SaturatedFat 22.9 g, Sodium 483.6 mg, Sugar 2.4 g

PHILADELPHIA CREAMY PENNE PASTA WITH CHICKEN



PHILADELPHIA Creamy Penne Pasta with Chicken image

You can't go wrong with this simple creamy penne pasta recipe. With cream cheese and Parmesan it's full of rich flavor. Olives and peppers give it a kick.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups penne pasta, uncooked
1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
1 tsp. oil
1 red pepper, finely chopped
1/2 cup (1/2 of 250-g tub) PHILADELPHIA 1/3 Less Fat than Cream Cheese
1/2 cup milk
2 Tbsp. KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese
2 Tbsp. sliced pimento-stuffed green olives
2 tsp. dried rosemary leaves

Steps:

  • Cook pasta as directed on package, omitting salt.
  • Meanwhile, cook and stir chicken in hot oil in large skillet on medium heat 8 to 10 min. or until chicken is done, stirring frequently. Add remaining ingredients; cook 5 min. or until cream cheese spread is completely melted and mixture is well blended.
  • Drain pasta. Add to skillet; mix lightly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 440, Fat 13 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 95 mg, Sodium 380 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 36 g

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. Fresh, ripe tomatoes and flavorful chicken will make a big difference.
  • Don't be afraid to adjust the recipe to your liking. Add more or less garlic, chili flakes, or Parmesan cheese to taste.
  • If you don't have heavy cream, you can use milk instead. The sauce will be thinner, but still delicious.
  • To make the sauce ahead of time, cook it according to the recipe and then let it cool completely. Store the sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or in the freezer for up to 3 months.
  • When you're ready to serve, reheat the sauce over low heat until warmed through.

Conclusion:

Chicken penne pasta with pink sauce is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that's perfect for a weeknight dinner. The creamy, flavorful sauce is made with fresh tomatoes, garlic, and cream. The chicken is tender and juicy, and the penne pasta is cooked to perfection. This dish is sure to please everyone at the table.

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