Best 8 Grilled Chicken Penne Al Fresco Recipes

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In today's fast-paced life, it can be challenging to find the time to prepare a healthy and satisfying meal. If you're looking for a quick and easy recipe that's both delicious and nutritious, then grilled chicken penne al fresco is the perfect dish for you. This flavorful pasta dish combines the zesty freshness of grilled chicken with the creamy richness of penne pasta, all tossed in a vibrant al fresco sauce made with fresh herbs, garlic, and lemon juice. With its minimal ingredients and simple cooking techniques, grilled chicken penne al fresco is a delightful meal that's perfect for busy weeknights or casual weekend gatherings.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

GRILLED CHICKEN PENNE AL FRESCO



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Preparing a tomato-garlic sauce from scratch in the microwave will fill your kitchen with the aromas of an upscale Italian restaurant.

Yield 8 servings of about 1 cup, excluding optional ingredients

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tbsp (15 mL) Garlic & Herb Rub or 4 garlic cloves, sliced
2 cups (500 mL) grape or cherry tomatoes
3 cups (750 mL) uncooked mezze penne pasta
3 cups (750 mL) chicken broth
½ cup (125 mL) dry white wine such as Chardonnay
½ tsp (2 mL) each salt and coarsely ground black pepper
1¼ cups (300 mL) lightly packed fresh basil leaves, divided
1 oz (30 g) Parmesan cheese, grated (about ¼ cup/60 mL cup packed)
2 cups (500 mL) diced grilled chicken breasts
oil for spritzing
Additional grated fresh Parmesan cheese and coarsely ground black pepper (optional)

Steps:

  • Spray Deep Covered Baker with olive oil using the Kitchen Spritzer. Add rub or sliced garlic and tomatoes. Microwave, covered, on HIGH 4-5 minutes. Add pasta, broth, wine, salt, and black pepper.Return baker to microwave; cover and microwave on HIGH 10-12 minutes or until pasta is tender, stirring after 5 minutes. Meanwhile, use the Herb Mill to grate basil, reserving 2 tbsp for garnish. Grate the cheese with the Microplane® Adjustable Fine Grater.Carefully remove the baker from the microwave and remove the lid, lifting it away from you. Add the basil, cheese, and chicken to baker; mix well. Garnish with reserved 2 tbsp basil, additional Parmesan cheese, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Nutrients per serving (about 1 cup, excluding optional ingredient) Calories 240, Total Fat 2.5 g, Saturated Fat .5 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Carbohydrate 35 g, Protein 17 g, Sodium 450 mg, Fiber 2 g

PAMPERED CHEF GRILLED CHICKEN PENNE AL FRESCO RECIPE - (3.5/5)



Pampered Chef Grilled Chicken Penne Al Fresco Recipe - (3.5/5) image

Provided by sparkhead24

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 garlic cloves
2 cups cherry tomatoes
3 cups uncooked mezze penne pasta
3 cups chicken broth
3/4 cup dry white wine(ex Chardonnay)
1 1/4 cups lightly packed fresh basil
2 cups diced grilled chicken (cooked)
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp pepper
1 oz. parmesan cheese grated

Steps:

  • Option- cook chicken in deep covered baker 6-7 min and chop with salad chopper. rub oil on Deep Covered Baker. Slice garlic or crush with garlic press into baker. Add tomatoes. Cover, microwave on High 4-5 min. Stir after 2 min. Add Pasta, broth, wine, salt and pepper. Cover and microwave on HIGH 16-18 min or until pasta is tender, stirring after 10 min. Meanwhile, coarsley chop basil. Reserve 2 tbsp for garnish. Grate cheese. Remove baker from microwave and remove lid. Add remaining basil,cheese and chicken to baker; mix well. Garnish with reserved 2 tbsp basil, additional Parmesan cheese and pepper.

CHICKEN PENNE AL FRESCO



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This fast and easy dish is a wonderful way to keep your kitchen cool in the hot months while serving up a delicious meal! Adapted from Pampered Chef.

Provided by Mamas Kitchen Hope

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 garlic cloves, peeled
2 cups grape tomatoes (can probably even use a drained can of tomatoes) or 2 cups cherry tomatoes (can probably even use a drained can of tomatoes)
3 cups penne pasta (I use mezze which is the small penne )
3 cups chicken broth
3/4 cup dry white wine (I use Pinot Grigio)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh coarse ground black pepper
1 1/4 cups fresh basil leaves, lightly packed, divided
1 ounce parmesan cheese, grated (about 1/4 cup packed)
2 cups grilled chicken breasts, diced (if you dont have leftovers just cook up a breast or two using any quick method, I cut up and mw for )
additional grated fresh parmesan cheese (optional)

Steps:

  • Spray a mw safe lidded casserole. Add garlic and tomatoes. Cover; microwave on HIGH 4-5 minutes or until tomatoes begin to burst, stirring after 2 minutes. Crush tomatoes with fork and add uncooked pasta, broth, wine, salt and black pepper.
  • Return baker to microwave; cover and microwave on HIGH 16-18 minutes or until pasta is tender, stirring after 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, grate cheese and coarsely chop basil, reserve about 1/4th for later.
  • Carefully remove baker from microwave and remove lid, lifting away from you. Add remaining basil, cheese and chicken to baker; mix well.
  • Garnish with reserved basil, additional Parmesan cheese and black pepper, if desired.
  • Tips: An additional 3/4 cup chicken broth can be substituted for the wine, if desired.
  • Any tube-shaped pasta requiring 9-11 minutes cook time, such as penne or rigatoni, can be substituted for the mezze penne pasta.
  • To grill chicken in the Grill Pan, season 2 chicken breasts, about 6 oz each, with salt and black pepper. Heat Grill Pan over medium-high heat 5 minutes. Spray pan with oil. Cook chicken 4-6 minutes or until grill marks appear. Turn chicken over; cook 4-6 minutes or until center of chicken is no longer pink and Pocket Thermometer registers 170°F.

GRILLED CHICKEN PENNE AL FRESCO



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Categories     Chicken

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 garlic cloves, peeled--small cloves
2 cups grape tomatoes
3 cups uncooked penne pasta
3 cups chicken broth
3/4 cup white wine
1/2 teasp each of salt and pepper
1 and 1/4 cups basil--loosely packed, divided
1 oz. parm. cheese (1/4 cup packed)
2 cups diced grille chicken breasts

Steps:

  • saute garlic and tomatoes in olive oil until tomatoes pop-- crush tomatoes add pasta, chicken broth, wine, salt and pepper cook until pasta is tender chop basil coarsely (reserve 2 tablespoons for garnish) add remaining basil, cheese and chicken and mix well

PENNE AL FRESCO



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Make and share this Penne Al Fresco recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Denver cooks

Categories     < 4 Hours

Time 1h10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 1/2 lbs Italian sausage, I used sweet, and cut out of the links into bulk style
1 cup diced yellow onion
1 -2 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup white wine
28 ounces whole tomatoes, San Marzano if you can find them
1 cup sun-dried tomato, drained and chopped
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon oregano
1 tablespoon basil
3 cups heavy cream
1 cup parmesan cheese, grated
1 lb penne or 1 lb ziti pasta
fresh basil

Steps:

  • Saute sausage in 1 T. olive oil until thoroughly cooked. Drain and reserve.
  • Add 1 T. olive oil and saute onion until translucent.
  • Add white wine and reduce by half.
  • Add both kinds of the tomatoes,spices,herbs and cooked sausage and cook 45 minutes.
  • Add cream and Parmesan and cook until thickened.
  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Toss pasta with sauce until coated. .
  • Garnish with fresh basil and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1884.1, Fat 126.4, SaturatedFat 62.8, Cholesterol 363.6, Sodium 2806.8, Carbohydrate 124.8, Fiber 17.8, Sugar 14.9, Protein 58.7

EASY CHICKEN ALFREDO PENNE RECIPE BY TASTY



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Nothing spells comfort like Italian food. Steaming bowls of pasta, buttery, roasted garlic bread, and tureens of the most flavorful sauces: it's all right there. Sometimes, you want to bring that comfort into your very own kitchen and, well, we've got just the recipe for you. This easy chicken alfredo penne will have you saying 'mangia!' before you even know it.

Provided by Claire Nolan

Categories     Dinner

Time 33m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 ½ lb chicken breast, cubed
2 tablespoons butter
½ teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon dried basil
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
16 oz penne pasta, cooked
¼ cup fresh parsley
¼ cup shredded parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
3 tablespoons flour
2 cups milk
½ teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon dried basil
½ cup shredded parmesan cheese
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a pan over medium-high heat, melt butter, then add the chicken breast.
  • Season with salt, pepper, oregano, and basil. Cook 8-10 minutes or until chicken is fully cooked. Remove from heat and set chicken aside.
  • In the same pan over medium heat, melt butter and add the garlic. Cook until the garlic begins to soften.
  • Add half of the flour to the garlic and butter, stirring until incorporated. Then add the rest of the flour and stir.
  • Pour in the milk a little bit at a time, stirring well in between, until fully incorporated and sauce begins to thicken.
  • Season with salt, pepper, oregano, and basil, and stir well to incorporate.
  • Add parmesan cheese and stir until melted.
  • Pour the sauce over cooked penne pasta, add the chicken and mix well.
  • Add parsley and extra parmesan. Mix well.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 573 calories, Carbohydrate 64 grams, Fat 16 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 40 grams, Sugar 6 grams

CHICKEN PENNE ALFREDO



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Cream cheese just might steal the show here. Combined with chicken, penne pasta, veggies and savory seasoning, it makes for a silky feast. -Simple & Delicious Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups uncooked penne pasta
1 package (16 ounces) frozen broccoli-cauliflower blend
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 tablespoon butter
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, cubed
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup chicken broth
1 envelope Lipton savory herb with garlic soup mix

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions in a Dutch oven, adding the vegetables during the last 6 minutes of cooking., Meanwhile, cook chicken in butter in a large skillet until no longer pink. Add the cheeses, broth and soup mix; cook and stir until cheeses are melted. Drain pasta and vegetables; add to chicken mixture and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 524 calories, Fat 28g fat (16g saturated fat), Cholesterol 125mg cholesterol, Sodium 999mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 32g protein.

SPINACH AND GRILLED CHICKEN PENNE



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Spinach and Grilled Chicken Penne Pasta.

Provided by Regina

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Chicken

Time 42m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon salt, or more to taste
1 tablespoon ground black pepper, or more to taste
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
1 (14.6 ounce) package penne pasta
5 cups fresh spinach, or more to taste
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate. Spread butter, 1 tablespoon salt, 1 tablespoon pepper, and garlic powder over chicken breasts on a plate or cutting board.
  • Grill the chicken breasts until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 5 to 6 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil; add penne and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Pour penne into a colander to drain.
  • Place the penne, chicken breasts, spinach, 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, and red pepper flakes in the pot. Cook and stir over low heat until the spinach is wilted but still green, about 7 minutes. Season with the remaining 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper.
  • Mix pasta into spinach-chicken mixture; toss well.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 630.2 calories, Carbohydrate 80.4 g, Cholesterol 89.8 mg, Fat 14.3 g, Fiber 5.5 g, Protein 46.8 g, SaturatedFat 6.7 g, Sodium 2163.4 mg, Sugar 4.5 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: The better the ingredients, the better the dish will taste.
  • Marinate the chicken: Marinating the chicken helps to tenderize it and infuse it with flavor.
  • Grill the chicken over medium heat: This will help to prevent the chicken from drying out.
  • Cook the pasta al dente: This means that the pasta should be cooked until it is tender but still has a slight bite to it.
  • Toss the pasta with the chicken, vegetables, and sauce: This will help to combine the flavors of the dish.
  • Serve the pasta immediately: This will help to ensure that the pasta is hot and fresh.

Conclusion:

Grilled Chicken Penne al Fresco is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a summer meal. The grilled chicken is tender and flavorful, the vegetables are crisp and colorful, and the sauce is light and refreshing. This dish is sure to please everyone at your table.

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