Roasted Pepper Chicken Penne
This roasted pepper chicken penne is a delicious, creamy pasta dish perfect for a weeknight meal. Tender chicken and sweet roasted peppers come together with a rich sauce to create comfort food at its finest.
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Servings:
Calories: 120kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 lb chicken breast
- 12 oz penne pasta
- 1 cup roasted red peppers sliced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 0.25 tsp crushed red pepper flakes optional
- to taste salt and black pepper
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and oregano. Cook chicken until browned and cooked through, about 6-7 minutes per side. Remove from skillet and let rest, then slice into strips.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Add roasted red peppers and cook for 2 minutes.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in Parmesan cheese until sauce is smooth and creamy. Add crushed red pepper flakes and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add cooked penne and sliced chicken to the sauce. Toss to coat evenly and heat through for 2-3 minutes.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese if desired.
Notes
This dish can be paired nicely with a side salad or garlic bread for a complete dinner.