Best 4 Garlic Chicken Penne Recipes

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If you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal that's packed with flavor, look no further than garlic chicken penne. This classic dish is made with tender chicken, sautéed garlic, and a creamy tomato sauce, all tossed with penne pasta. It's a hearty and satisfying meal that's sure to please the whole family. With a few simple ingredients and just a few minutes of prep time, you can have this delicious dish on the table in no time.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

ROASTED GARLIC CHICKEN PENNE



Roasted Garlic Chicken Penne image

Enjoy this delicious chicken-broccoli-pasta dinner made using Progresso™ Recipe Starters™ creamy roasted garlic with chicken stock cooking sauce--ready in only 30 minutes.

Provided by Progresso

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Progresso™ Recipe Starters™

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups uncooked penne pasta
1 (20 ounce) package boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into thin slices
2 cups broccoli florets
½ cup chopped drained roasted red bell peppers (from a jar)
1 (9 ounce) pouch Progresso™ Recipe Starters™ creamy roasted garlic with chicken stock cooking sauce
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
Chopped fresh basil leaves

Steps:

  • Cook and drain pasta as directed on package.
  • In 12-inch skillet, heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil over medium-high heat until hot. Add chicken; sprinkle with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Cook 4 to 6 minutes, stirring frequently, until chicken is no longer pink in center.
  • Add broccoli and roasted peppers. Reduce heat to medium; cover and cook 4 to 5 minutes or until crisp-tender. Add pasta and cooking sauce. Cook and toss about 1 minute or until hot. Stir in vinegar and basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 356.9 calories, Carbohydrate 33.7 g, Cholesterol 73 mg, Fat 7.4 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 34.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 301.9 mg, Sugar 2.5 g

GARLIC CHICKEN PENNE



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All it takes is four ingredients and 20 minutes to have this hearty dish ready for the table. Chicken, snap peas and pasta star in this dish, and the garlicky sauce ties it all together nicely. -Anne Nock, Avon Lake, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 4

8 ounces uncooked penne pasta
1-1/2 cups frozen sugar snap peas
1 package (1.6 ounces) garlic-herb pasta sauce mix
1 package (6 ounces) sliced cooked chicken

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, cook pasta in boiling water for 6 minutes. Add peas; return to a boil. Cook for 4-5 minutes or until pasta is tender. Meanwhile, prepare sauce mix according to package directions. , Drain pasta mixture; add chicken. Drizzle with sauce and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 429 calories, Fat 12g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 62mg cholesterol, Sodium 665mg sodium, Carbohydrate 54g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 26g protein.

GARLIC PENNE PASTA WITH GRILLED CHICKEN



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Make and share this Garlic Penne Pasta With Grilled Chicken recipe from Food.com.

Provided by kitchenhag

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast
1 lb penne pasta
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 garlic cloves
1 medium onion
1 medium green pepper
1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine
2 -4 tablespoons flour
2 cups milk (I use 2%)
1/4 cup parmesan cheese
salt and pepper
lemon zest
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)

Steps:

  • Cook 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast in 1 tbsp olive oil for 5-7 min or until almost done add ½ cup green pepper and ½ cup sweet onion. Cook until tender.
  • Cook 1 lb penne pasta.
  • Add chicken, green peppers and onions too Penni pasta.
  • Cook 1 stick of butter or margarine until melted, add 2 handfuls of flour to make a paste, cook approx 3-5 minute Add 2 cloves of garlic, minced; cook 3-5 min more. Add 2 cups of milk and bring to boil, stirring constantly. Cook until is consistency of a sauce for pasta, approx 10-15 min stirring frequently (I use a wire whisk).
  • Add pasta and chicken to sauce, add lemon zest, salt and pepper and a pinch of nutmeg.
  • Bake in a 375°F oven for 15 minute add ½ cup of Parmesan cheese and bake another 10-15 min covered.
  • I add grated cheese sometimes at the end of baking for a more cheesy taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 452, Fat 18.3, SaturatedFat 9.8, Cholesterol 74.7, Sodium 199.1, Carbohydrate 52, Fiber 6.8, Sugar 1, Protein 21.2

GARLIC PESTO CHICKEN WITH TOMATO CREAM PENNE RECIPE - (4.2/5)



Garlic Pesto Chicken with Tomato Cream Penne Recipe - (4.2/5) image

Provided by á-24350

Number Of Ingredients 11

SAUCE:
1/2 bottle of Lawry's herb and garlic marinade
2 large spoonfuls pesto
2 boneless chicken breasts
8 ounces your choice of pasta (I used whole wheat penne)
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic
2 spoonfuls of pesto
1/2 cup of chicken broth
8 ounces tomato sauce
1 cup of half-and-half

Steps:

  • Cut chicken into one inch strips. Using same knife make slits into chicken. Pour Lawry's marinade and pesto over chicken. Marinate overnight. Boil water and start on noodles. Pour entire batch of chicken, marinade and all, into skillet and cook chicken fully. The marinade will evaporate/cook down. Heat olive oil, cook garlic. Add pesto. Simmer in chicken broth until half has cooked down. Add tomato sauce, then add milk. Simmer for 5 minutes. Toss pasta in. Add flour if it needs to be thickened. Place chicken on top.

Tips:

  • Use fresh garlic: Fresh garlic has a more intense flavor than garlic powder or garlic salt. If you don't have fresh garlic, you can use 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder or 1/4 teaspoon of garlic salt.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: When cooking the chicken, don't overcrowd the pan. This will prevent the chicken from cooking evenly.
  • Cook the chicken until it's cooked through: Make sure to cook the chicken until it's cooked through. This means that the chicken should be white and opaque all the way through, with no pink in the center.
  • Use a good quality pasta: Use a good quality pasta, such as penne or rotini. A good quality pasta will hold up better to the sauce and won't get mushy.
  • Add the pasta to the sauce: Once the pasta is cooked, add it to the sauce and stir to combine. This will help the pasta absorb the flavor of the sauce.
  • Garnish with fresh parsley: Garnish the dish with fresh parsley before serving. This will add a pop of color and flavor.

Conclusion:

This garlic chicken penne is a quick and easy weeknight meal that is sure to please the whole family. The chicken is tender and juicy, the sauce is creamy and flavorful, and the pasta is cooked to perfection. This dish is also a great way to use up leftover chicken. So next time you have a roasted chicken, try making this garlic chicken penne. You won't be disappointed!

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