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Creamy Chicken Penne Pasta

featured in Tasty's Best Pasta Recipes

If you're in need of a hug in a bowl, this creamy chicken penne pasta is just the ticket. With tender chicken, perfectly cooked pasta, and a velvety sauce, it's pure comfort in a bowl.

98% would make again
Total Time

30 minutes

30 min

Prep Time

15 minutes

15 min

Cook Time

15 minutes

15 min

Creamy Chicken Penne Pasta
Total Time

30 minutes

30 min

Prep Time

15 minutes

15 min

Cook Time

15 minutes

15 min

Ingredients

for 4 servings

  • 4 slices bacon
  • 2 chicken breasts, sliced
  • salt, to taste
  • pepper, to taste
  • 2 teaspoons italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups spinach (80 g)
  • 4 small tomatoes, diced
  • 1 ½ cups cream (360 mL)
  • 1 cup shredded parmesan cheese (100 g), plus more for serving
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes, plus more for garnish
  • 10 oz penne pasta (285 g), cooked until al dente
  • 3 tablespoons Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

Nutrition Info

  • Calories 477
  • Fat 28g
  • Carbs 27g
  • Fiber 2g
  • Sugar 3g
  • Protein 33g

Estimated values based on one serving size.

Preparation

  1. In a deep skillet, fry the bacon until crispy. Remove to a paper towel to drain, then chop.
  2. In the same skillet, add the chicken and season with salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and paprika. Cook until no longer pink inside.
  3. Add the garlic and cook until softened.
  4. Add spinach and tomatoes and cook until the spinach is wilted.
  5. Add the cream, Parmesan, an red pepper flakes and bring to a boil.
  6. Add the penne and bacon, and stir until fully coated in sauce.
  7. Serve with parsley, Parmesan, and red pepper flakes, if desired.
  8. Enjoy!
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