Best 7 Penne Pasta With Chicken Crispy Pancetta Recipes

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Penne pasta with chicken crispy pancetta is a mouthwatering dish that combines the flavors of tender chicken, crispy pancetta, and the classic taste of penne pasta. The combination of ingredients creates a delicious and satisfying meal that is perfect for any occasion. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy weeknight dinner or a special meal to serve to guests, this recipe is sure to impress.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

THREE-CHEESE CHICKEN AND MUSHROOM BAKED PASTA WITH PANCETTA



Three-Cheese Chicken and Mushroom Baked Pasta with Pancetta image

Penne pasta baked with cremini mushrooms, chicken, pancetta and three cheeses: fontina, mozzarella and Parmesan.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 1h5m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 pound pancetta, diced
1/2 pound cremini mushrooms, thinly sliced
1 pound dried penne
5 1/2 cups prepared marinara sauce
1 1/2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken, skin and bones removed
1 1/2 cups shredded Italian fontina cheese
1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella
1 cup grated Parmesan

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  • Meanwhile, heat the oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add the pancetta and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned and crispy, about 8 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl using a slotted spoon. Add the mushrooms to the pancetta drippings and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden brown, 6 to 8 minutes. Transfer to the bowl with the pancetta.
  • Cook the penne in the salted boiling water until very al dente, about 2 minutes less than the package directions. Drain the pasta and add it to the bowl.
  • Add the marinara, chicken, the fontina and half of the Parmesan to the bowl and stir well to combine. Transfer the pasta to a 3- to 4-quart baking dish and top with the mozzarella and the remaining Parmesan. Bake, uncovered, until browned, about 15 minutes. Let the pasta stand about 10 minutes before serving.
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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

CHICKEN PENNE ITALIANO



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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

8 ounces dry penne pasta
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 (15 ounce) can chicken broth
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon garlic, minced
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into cubes
1 onion, sliced
½ green bell pepper, seeded and thinly sliced
½ red bell pepper, seeded and thinly sliced
1 (16 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
¼ cup medium-dry white wine
½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

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

PENNE WITH CHICKEN AND PESTO



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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

1 (16 ounce) package penne pasta
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into thin strips
2 cloves garlic, minced
salt and pepper to taste
1 ¼ cups heavy cream
¼ cup pesto
3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

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 PASTA BAKE



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Try our Chicken-Penne Pasta Bake for a easy weeknight dish. This Chicken-Penne Pasta Bake gets its taste from marinara sauce and a bread crumb topping.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings, about 1-2/3 cups each

Number Of Ingredients 10

3-3/4 cups penne pasta (12 oz.), uncooked
1 Tbsp. olive oil
1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
1 jar (24 oz.) CLASSICO Tomato and Basil Pasta Sauce
2 cups loosely packed baby spinach leaves
1 pkt. SHAKE 'N BAKE Seasoned Panko Seasoned Coating Mix
1/4 cup KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese
2 tsp. dried Italian seasoning
1/4 tsp. garlic powder
3/4 cup KRAFT Finely Shredded Italian* Five Cheese Blend

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400ºF.
  • Cook pasta as directed on package, omitting salt. Meanwhile, heat oil in large ovenproof skillet on medium-high heat. Add chicken; cook and stir 5 to 6 min. or until evenly browned. Stir in pasta sauce.
  • Drain pasta, reserving 1/2 cup cooking water. Add pasta and reserved water to chicken mixture in skillet along with the spinach; mix lightly.
  • Combine coating mix, Parmesan and seasonings in medium bowl; stir in shredded cheese. Sprinkle over pasta mixture.
  • Bake 15 to 20 min. or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 480, Fat 12 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Sodium 930 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 32 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

PENNE WITH PUMPKIN, CRISPY PANCETTA, SAGE AND PARMESAN



Penne With Pumpkin, Crispy Pancetta, Sage and Parmesan image

This recipe combines pumpkin with pancetta and sage to make flavourful pasta dish, ideal comfort food.

Provided by English_Rose

Categories     Penne

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

salt and pepper
3 tablespoons olive oil
5 ounces pancetta, cubed
1 small onion, very finely sliced
2 ounces butter
1 lb pumpkin, finely diced
4 tablespoons fresh sage leaves, very finely chopped
1 lb penne
3 1/2 ounces parmesan cheese, finely grated

Steps:

  • Bring a large pan of salted water to the boil.
  • Meanwhile, heat a heavy-based saucepan, add one tablespoon of the olive oil and then add the pancetta. Cook until the pancetta starts to change colour. Then add the remaining olive oil and the onions. Cook until the onion start to soften and the pancetta begins to crisp.
  • Next add 1oz of the butter to the saucepan. Add the pumpkin and sage, then mix really well. Season with a little sea salt and plenty of freshly ground pepper. Cover and cook for 4-6 minutes, stirring now and then.
  • Meanwhile, add the penne to the boiling water and cook according to the packet instructions, keeping the pasta al dente.
  • Add the remaining butter and the parsley to the pumpkin and cook for a further 1-2 minutes. The pumpkin should be soft but not completely falling apart.
  • Drain the pasta and add to the pumpkin. Stir in half of the Parmesan, then check the seasoning. Divide between four warmed pasta bowls. Finish each bowl with a sprinkling of Parmesan and eat straight away.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 740, Fat 31.2, SaturatedFat 13.4, Cholesterol 52.4, Sodium 486.6, Carbohydrate 100, Fiber 13.3, Sugar 2.5, Protein 19.5

Tips:

  • Use good quality ingredients. Fresh, flavorful ingredients will make a big difference in the final dish.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan. When cooking the chicken and pancetta, make sure to give them enough space so that they can brown properly.
  • Cook the pasta al dente. This means that the pasta should be cooked through but still have a slight bite to it.
  • Use a flavorful sauce. The sauce is what will bring all of the flavors of the dish together. Make sure to use a sauce that you enjoy and that will complement the other ingredients.
  • Garnish the dish before serving. A few fresh herbs or a sprinkle of cheese can really elevate the dish and make it look more appealing.

Conclusion:

Penne pasta with chicken and crispy pancetta is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The combination of flavors and textures in this dish is sure to please everyone at the table. With a few simple tips, you can make this dish even better. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this recipe a try!

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