Buca Di Beppo Penne Cardinale
Experience the indulgent flavors of Italian cuisine with this Buca Di Beppo-inspired Penne Cardinale recipe! Perfectly al dente penne pasta is tossed in a luscious, creamy tomato sauce enriched with crushed tomatoes, heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese. Tender, golden-browned chicken breasts and savory sautéed mushrooms add a hearty touch, while fresh basil offers a burst of herbaceous brightness. Ready in just 45 minutes, this restaurant-worthy pasta dish is perfect for family dinners or special occasions. Serve it hot with a sprinkle of extra Parmesan for a comforting meal that pairs beautifully with garlic bread or a crisp side salad. If you're craving authentic Italian comfort food, this Penne Cardinale is your next must-try recipe!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 16 ounces penne pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 pieces chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 4 pieces garlic cloves, minced
- 8 ounces white mushrooms, sliced
- 15 ounces crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the penne pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
While the pasta cooks, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Season the chicken breasts with 0.5 teaspoons of salt and 0.25 teaspoons of black pepper. Add the chicken to the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and golden brown. Remove from the skillet and set aside to rest before slicing into thin strips.
In the same skillet, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the minced garlic and sliced mushrooms, and sauté for 3-4 minutes until the mushrooms are tender.
Pour in the crushed tomatoes and 0.5 teaspoon of salt, stirring to combine. Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 5 minutes.
Stir in the heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese, and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
Add the cooked penne pasta and sliced chicken to the skillet, tossing to coat everything evenly in the sauce.
Sprinkle fresh basil over the top and serve hot. Optionally, garnish with additional Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
668 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 34.5 g | 44% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.1 g | 81% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 144 mg | 48% | |
| Sodium | 753 mg | 33% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 44.8 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.0 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.3 g | ||
| Protein | 40.8 g | 82% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 151 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 2.7 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 796 mg | 17% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
