Best 8 Penne Pasta Skillet Recipes
Penne pasta, a cylindrical pasta with smooth ridges, is a versatile ingredient that can be used in various dishes. It is commonly used in pasta salads, soups, and casseroles. Additionally, penne pasta is a great choice for skillet cooking, where it can be combined with various ingredients to create a quick and easy one-pan meal. Skillet cooking is a convenient and time-saving method that allows you to have a delicious meal on the table in minimal time. With its wide variety of flavor combinations and ease of preparation, penne pasta skillet recipes offer a fantastic option for busy individuals and families looking for a quick and satisfying meal.
Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!
GARLIC PENNE PASTA
This recipe is so easy to make, tastes great and is a big hit at dinner time. It's even a hit as leftovers! It uses simple ingredients that you always have on hand and you can replace the penne with any pasta you want.
Provided by Taliesen
Categories Side Dish
Time 20m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 8
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, and return to pot.
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Saute garlic, sun-dried tomatoes and parsley for about 1 minute. Season with red pepper flakes and black pepper. Stir into cooked pasta, along with remaining olive oil. Top with Parmesan.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 276.1 calories, Carbohydrate 41.9 g, Cholesterol 2.2 mg, Fat 8.9 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 8.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 52.9 mg, Sugar 2.1 g
BAKED PENNE PASTA SKILLET
Ready in just 55 minutes, all you need to make our Baked Penne Pasta Skillet are penne, mozzarella cheese and marinara and alfredo sauces.
Provided by Jessica Walker
Categories Entree
Time 50m
Yield 5
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F. Lightly spray bottom of 12-inch cast-iron skillet with cooking spray.
- In stockpot or Dutch oven, cook pasta to al dente as directed on package.
- In large bowl, stir together both sauces and 1 cup of the cheese. Add cooked pasta; stir gently to combine. Pour into skillet.
- Bake 25 minutes. Sprinkle remaining cup of cheese over top; bake 5 to 7 minutes longer or until cheese is bubbly. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving
PENNE PASTA SKILLET
One is the loneliest number-and that's a good thing when it's the number of pans you have to clean after making this savory Penne Pasta Skillet!
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Home
Time 33m
Yield 4 servings, 1-1/2 cups each
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Brown meat in large skillet on medium heat; drain. Return meat to skillet.
- Add pasta sauce and water; mix well. Stir in pasta.
- Bring to boil; cover. Simmer on medium-low heat 16 to 18 min. or until pasta is tender; stir.
- Top with cheese; cover. Cook 1 min. or until cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 650, Fat 19 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 90 mg, Sodium 840 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 6 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 44 g
SKILLET PASTA AND BEEF DINNER
Save any leftovers, then send to school heated and stored in a thermos for a warm lunchtime treat.
Provided by Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- 1. Brown ground beef in 12-inch skillet; drain.
- 2. Stir in Pasta Sauce and water. Bring to a boil over high heat. Stir in uncooked rotini and return to a boil. Reduce heat to medium and cook covered, stirring occasionally, 14 minutes or until rotini is tender. Remove from heat, then sprinkle with cheese. Cover and let stand 5 minutes or until cheese is melted.
PRETTY PENNE HAM SKILLET
I'm a busy nurse, so fast meals are a must. This pasta is a tasty change of pace from potato-ham casseroles. -Kathy Stephan, West Seneca, New York
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to package directions; drain. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat oil and butter over medium-high heat. Add ham, red pepper and onion; cook and stir 4-6 minutes or until ham is browned and vegetables are tender. Add garlic and herbs; cook 1-2 minutes longer., Stir in broth and lemon juice. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 10-15 minutes or until liquid is reduced by half. Add pasta; toss to combine. Sprinkle with cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 567 calories, Fat 24g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 57mg cholesterol, Sodium 1344mg sodium, Carbohydrate 62g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 27g protein.
PASTA SKILLET WITH KIELBASA
Inspired by several recipes here, I created this pasta skillet with what I had on hand, and everyone loved it! Nice change from regular pasta and meat, have to try it with fresh tomatoes when they are ready from the garden!
Provided by karendellovo
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Pork Sausage
Time 40m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil for pasta.
- Meanwhile, heat olive oil over medium-high heat in a deep skillet. Add onion and garlic to the hot oil and saute just until tender, about 5 minutes. Add kielbasa to the skillet and cook and stir until browned, 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in tomatoes, mushrooms, sugar, balsamic, salt, black pepper, and red pepper. Reduce heat and let sauce simmer while you cook pasta.
- Add penne to the pot of boiling water and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes, stirring peas into pasta during last 2 minutes of cooking time.
- Drain pasta and transfer to sauce. Stir to combine and add basil. Heat over medium-low heat so pasta can absorb liquid from sauce, about 5 minutes. Stir in Cheddar-Monterey Jack cheese and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 636.1 calories, Carbohydrate 66.2 g, Cholesterol 66.6 mg, Fat 30.2 g, Fiber 4.9 g, Protein 25.6 g, SaturatedFat 11.7 g, Sodium 1083.8 mg, Sugar 8.5 g
SKILLET PENNE AND SAUSAGE SUPPER
Try this recipe if you're looking for something quick and easy with great flavor. The pasta cooks right in the skillet so there's no need for extra pots. Don't make this without the sun-dried tomatoes because it will not have as much flavor. My husband recently told me that this is his favorite of the pasta dishes I cook. Recipe is from America's Test Kitchen.
Provided by Velouria
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 30m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat olive oil in a 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium heat until shimmering. (Be sure to use at least a 12-inch size skillet to hold all ingredients.) Add the onion and 1/2 teaspoon salt and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the sausage and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until no longer pink, about 4 minutes.
- Stir in the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 15 seconds. Sprinkle the sun-dried tomatoes and penne evenly over the sausage. Pour the broth and milk over the pasta. Cover and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to medium-low and continue to simmer, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is tender, about 10 minutes.
- Stir in the spinach a handful at a time and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes. (It may seem like a lot of spinach, but it will wilt considerably.) Stir in the Parmesan and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Note: You can use Italian pork sausage, but you may have to spoon some of the fat off before adding the pasta.
CREAMY PENNE PASTA & GROUND BEEF SKILLET DINNER
Browned ground beef and peppers are tossed with pasta in a creamy cheese sauce to make this quick and easy skillet dinner.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Home
Time 27m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Brown meat with vegetables in large skillet; drain. Return to skillet.
- Stir in water and garlic powder. Bring to boil. Stir in Penne; cover. Simmer 12 min. or until pasta is tender, stirring occasionally.
- Add Sauce; cook and stir until heated through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 480, Fat 14 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, TransFat 0.5 g, Cholesterol 85 mg, Sodium 980 mg, Carbohydrate 53 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 8 g, Protein 36 g
Tips:
- For a vegetarian version, omit the sausage and add more vegetables, such as diced zucchini, red bell pepper, or mushrooms.
- Use a good quality pasta sauce. A homemade sauce will always taste better than a store-bought sauce.
- Cook the pasta al dente, according to the package directions. This means that the pasta should be cooked through but still have a slight bite to it.
- Don't overcrowd the skillet. If you're cooking for a large group, you may need to cook the pasta in batches.
- Season the dish to taste with salt, pepper, and other herbs and spices, such as garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, or basil.
- Serve the pasta skillet with a side of crusty bread or a green salad.
Conclusion:
Penne pasta skillet is a quick and easy one-pan meal that is perfect for busy weeknights. It's also a great way to use up leftover pasta sauce. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious and satisfying meal that the whole family will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner idea, give penne pasta skillet a try.
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