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.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

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

Directions

Step 1

Season chicken breasts with 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper on both sides.

Step 2

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 3

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.

Step 4

In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and butter. Sauté 4 minced garlic cloves for 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 5

Stir in 1/2 teaspoon of crushed red pepper flakes and 1 can (28 ounces) of crushed tomatoes. Simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 6

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.

Step 7

Slice the cooked chicken into strips and add it to the sauce. Simmer together for 2 minutes.

Step 8

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.

Step 9

Combine the drained pasta with the sauce, tossing to coat evenly. Use the reserved pasta water to adjust the sauce consistency, if needed.

Step 10

Stir in 1/2 cup of grated parmesan cheese and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if desired.

Step 11

Garnish with 2 tablespoons of chopped parsley before serving. Serve hot and enjoy your Chicken Pasta Grande!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(5642.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3470.3

Total Fat 166.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 78.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 642.3mg	0%
Sodium 4136.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 303.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 27.2g	0%
Total Sugars 33.3g
Protein 178.0g	0%

Vitamin D 3.5IU	0%
Calcium 978.4mg	0%
Iron 23.9mg	0%
Potassium 4360.4mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 43.8%

Protein: 20.8%

Carbs: 35.4%