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Chicken Penne Pasta Recipe

This comforting Chicken Penne Pasta is cheesy, creamy, and loaded with chicken. It also has a delightful bruschetta topping that makes it extra special!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Servings: 6
Author: Chris

Ingredients

For The Bruschetta Topping

  • 2 cups grape tomatoes chopped
  • 3 tablespoons fresh basil chopped
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • kosher salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

For The Chicken Penne Pasta

  • 10 ounces penne pasta
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into 1-inch pieces
  • kosher salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 shallot diced
  • 5 teaspoons garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons flour
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup white wine
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese plus more for serving

Instructions

  • Combine all of the bruschetta topping ingredients in a large bowl. Stir gently and set aside.
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and follow the package instructions to cook until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  • In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken in a single layer and season with salt and pepper. Cook for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally until the chicken is cooked through. Transfer the chicken to a large plate.
  • Melt the butter in the same skillet and add the shallot and garlic. Cook for 1 minute. Whisk in the flour. Slowly pour in the chicken broth, whisking continuously to avoid lumps.
  • Pour in the white wine. Cook on low for 3 to 5 minutes until the sauce begins to thicken. Add the cooked chicken and stir to combine.
  • Stir in the heavy cream, Italian seasoning, and crushed red pepper flakes. Bring the sauce to a simmer over medium-low heat and then stir in the Parmesan cheese.
  • Add the pasta to the skillet and toss well to coat. Remove the pan from the heat and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve in bowls topped with additional Parmesan cheese and the prepared bruschetta topping.