Chicken Pasta Grande
Indulge in the creamy, flavor-packed delight of Chicken Pasta Grande, a hearty and satisfying dish that combines tender, golden-seared chicken breasts with a rich, velvety tomato cream sauce. Enhanced with aromatic garlic, a hint of crushed red pepper flakes, and a medley of dried herbs like oregano and basil, this recipe is a true crowd-pleaser. Tossed with perfectly cooked penne pasta and finished with a touch of parmesan cheese and fresh parsley, this dinner masterpiece is easy to make yet tastes like a gourmet indulgence. Ready in just 45 minutes, this one-skillet wonder is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, delivering comfort and elegance in every bite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic
- 0.5 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 can (28 ounces) canned crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 0.5 cup parmesan cheese
- 12 ounces penne pasta
- 2 tablespoons parsley
- 4 quarts water
Instructions
Season chicken breasts with 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper on both sides.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the chicken breasts and cook for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove from the skillet and set aside to rest.
In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and butter. Sauté 4 minced garlic cloves for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Stir in 1/2 teaspoon of crushed red pepper flakes and 1 can (28 ounces) of crushed tomatoes. Simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in 1 cup of heavy cream, 1 teaspoon of oregano, and 1 teaspoon of basil. Simmer for 3-4 minutes until the sauce is creamy and well combined.
Slice the cooked chicken into strips and add it to the sauce. Simmer together for 2 minutes.
Cook 12 ounces of penne pasta according to the package instructions in a pot of boiling salted water (4 quarts of water with 1 teaspoon of salt). Drain and reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water.
Combine the drained pasta with the sauce, tossing to coat evenly. Use the reserved pasta water to adjust the sauce consistency, if needed.
Stir in 1/2 cup of grated parmesan cheese and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if desired.
Garnish with 2 tablespoons of chopped parsley before serving. Serve hot and enjoy your Chicken Pasta Grande!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3470 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 166.9 g | 214% | |
| Saturated Fat | 78.8 g | 394% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 642 mg | 214% | |
| Sodium | 4137 mg | 180% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 303.5 g | 110% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 27.2 g | 97% | |
| Total Sugars | 33.3 g | ||
| Protein | 178.0 g | 356% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 978 mg | 75% | |
| Iron | 23.9 mg | 133% | |
| Potassium | 4360 mg | 93% | |
*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.
