Best 5 Chicken Parmesan Penne Pasta Toss Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary symphony where succulent chicken and melted cheese harmonize amidst a vibrant tapestry of pasta, creating the irresistible Chicken Parmesan Penne Pasta Toss. This delectable dish features tender chicken breasts, lovingly coated in a golden-brown breadcrumb crust, then lovingly pan-fried to perfection. Nestled atop a bed of al dente penne pasta, each bite is a symphony of flavors, textures, and aromas, as the crispy chicken and melted Parmesan cheese dance on your palate.

Complementing this main course masterpiece are a trio of tantalizing recipes that elevate the dining experience. Treat your taste buds to the tangy and refreshing Caesar salad, where crisp romaine lettuce, Parmesan cheese, croutons, and a creamy Caesar dressing unite in perfect harmony. Embark on a culinary journey to Italy with the classic Spaghetti Aglio e Olio, where simple ingredients like garlic, olive oil, and parsley transform into a symphony of flavors. And for a sweet finale, indulge in the rich and decadent Chocolate Mousse, a velvety delight that will leave you craving more.

Each recipe is meticulously crafted to ensure a delightful and memorable dining experience. Whether you're seeking a comforting weeknight meal or hosting a special occasion dinner, this collection of recipes has something for every palate and occasion. So gather your loved ones, set the table, and prepare to embark on a culinary adventure that will leave you craving more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CREAMY CHICKEN PENNE PASTA RECIPE BY TASTY



Creamy Chicken Penne Pasta Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: bacon, chicken breasts, salt, pepper, italian seasoning, paprika, garlic, spinach, small tomatoes, cream, shredded parmesan cheese, red pepper flakes, penne pasta, Chopped fresh parsley

Provided by Tasty

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

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
4 small tomatoes, diced
1 ½ cups cream
1 cup shredded parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes, plus more for garnish
10 oz penne pasta, cooked until al dente
3 tablespoons Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

Steps:

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

Nutrition Facts : Calories 725 calories, Carbohydrate 61 grams, Fat 36 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 44 grams, Sugar 7 grams

CHICKEN PARMESAN PENNE PASTA TOSS



Chicken Parmesan Penne Pasta Toss image

This is something I saw Rachael Ray make on her show and made it for dinner that night. It is simple and delicious. I loved that I had all the ingredients on hand as well.

Provided by CookingONTheSide

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb whole wheat penne
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, chopped into bite-size pieces (could use boneless and skinless chicken thighs)
2 teaspoons poultry seasoning
fresh ground black pepper
salt, to taste
3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 large red onion, chopped
2 pints grape tomatoes
2 cups basil, chopped
3 cups baby arugula or 3 cups Baby Spinach, roughly chopped
1 cup parmigiano-reggiano cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • Fill a large pasta pot with water and place it over high heat.
  • Once the water comes up to a boil, salt it and drop in the pasta.
  • Cook the pasta to al dente according to package directions.
  • Before draining the pasta, reserve a mugful of starchy cooking water, then drain and reserve.
  • While the water is coming up to a boil, place a large skillet over high heat with 3 tablespoons of olive oil.
  • Season the chicken pieces with the poultry seasoning, salt and pepper then add it to the preheated skillet.
  • Cook the chicken until golden brown and cooked through, 3-4 minutes per side.
  • Once the chicken is brown, add the garlic and onions to the pan, and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  • Add the tomatoes and cover the pan with a lid.
  • Cook, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes burst open and begin to release their juices, about 5 minutes (if they haven't started to burst open by that time, mash them lightly with a potato masher or wooden spoon). Season the mixture with salt and pepper.
  • Add the drained pasta and reserved starchy cooking water (about 1 cup) to the skillet with the chicken and tomatoes, and toss over the heat until combined, about 1 minute.
  • Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the basil, arugula or spinach, and cheese.

PENNE ROSA WITH PARMESAN CRUSTED CHICKEN



Penne Rosa with Parmesan Crusted Chicken image

Penne pasta in a red pepper-flecked tomato cream sauce tossed with mushrooms, spinach, and topped with Parmesan chicken. I also serve with a fresh Caesar salad.

Provided by MandaGreens

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Parmesan Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups grated Parmesan cheese
1 (16 ounce) package penne pasta
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
3 egg whites, lightly beaten
2 (16 ounce) jars Alfredo sauce
2 (14.5 ounce) cans Italian-style diced tomatoes
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes, or to taste
1 (8 ounce) package sliced fresh mushrooms
1 (8 ounce) package fresh spinach
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Place 2 cups Parmesan cheese into a shallow bowl.
  • Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil over high heat. Once the water is boiling, stir in penne and return to a boil. Cook the pasta uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the pasta has cooked through but is still firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Drain well in a colander set in the sink.
  • Dip chicken breasts into the beaten egg whites.
  • Press chicken into Parmesan cheese in shallow bowl to coat both sides.
  • Gently toss between your hands so any cheese that hasn't stuck can fall away. Place the chicken on prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake chicken breasts in the preheated oven until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 18 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
  • Meanwhile, heat Alfredo sauce, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and red pepper flakes in a large saucepan over low heat. Allow to simmer while you finish the remaining steps.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium high heat; cook and stir mushrooms and spinach until mushrooms are tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir vegetables into the sauce.
  • Place the penne pasta into a serving bowl; slice chicken breasts and arrange over the pasta.
  • Pour sauce over the pasta and chicken, and sprinkle remaining 1 cup Parmesan cheese on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1023.9 calories, Carbohydrate 73.5 g, Cholesterol 141 mg, Fat 59.6 g, Fiber 5.6 g, Protein 54.6 g, SaturatedFat 25 g, Sodium 2568.9 mg, Sugar 13.3 g

OVEN PARMESAN CHICKEN WITH PENNE MARINARA



Oven Parmesan Chicken with Penne Marinara image

Quick Parmesan breaded chicken and a zesty marinara work together for this easy Italian dinner.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1 1/2 lb)
1/4 cup Italian dressing
1 tablespoon butter, melted
3 tablespoons Progresso™ Italian style bread crumbs
5 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese
2 cups uncooked penne pasta (6 oz)
2 teaspoons vegetable oil
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with basil, garlic & oregano, undrained
1 can (14.5 oz) fire roasted diced tomatoes, undrained
1/2 cup Progresso™ reduced sodium chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil leaves

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 425°F. Line 15x10x1-inch pan with foil. Brush both sides of chicken with dressing; place in pan. In small bowl, stir melted butter, bread crumbs and 1 tablespoon of the Parmesan cheese until well blended. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon bread crumb mixture on top of each breast. Bake 15 to 18 minutes or until golden brown and juice of chicken is clear when center of thickest part is cut (165°F.)
  • Meanwhile, in 3-quart saucepan, cook pasta as directed on package. Drain; return to saucepan.
  • In 10-inch nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add garlic and red pepper flakes; cook 30 seconds, stirring constantly, until tender. Stir in both cans of tomatoes, the broth and 3 tablespoons of the basil. Cook, uncovered, over low heat 15 to 18 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thoroughly heated. Add tomato mixture to pasta; toss to coat.
  • Spoon pasta onto serving platter; top with chicken. Garnish with remaining 4 tablespoons Parmesan cheese and 1 tablespoon basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 560, Carbohydrate 52 g, Cholesterol 115 mg, Fiber 4 g, Protein 49 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1070 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 0 g

CHICKEN PARMESAN PASTA CASSEROLE



Chicken Parmesan Pasta Casserole image

Perfect for potluck meals, family gatherings, or in a smaller batch, for a winter comfort food meal for the family. Just my take on traditional Chicken Parmesan. I came up with this for my wife's corporate potluck lunch. She wanted Chicken Parmesan, but it was too difficult to feed 20 people the conventional way. Figured a casserole would work just as well. It did!

Provided by RCHEISS

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Chicken

Time 1h55m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (16 ounce) package uncooked rotini pasta
1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
2 cups vegetable oil for frying
2 cups flour
4 eggs, beaten
2 cups Italian seasoned bread crumbs
2 tablespoons garlic powder
1 (16 ounce) package shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 ½ (32 ounce) jars marinara sauce
½ cup dry red wine (such as Sangiovese)
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil over high heat. Once the water is boiling, stir in the rotini, and return to a boil. Cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the pasta has cooked through, but is still firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Drain well in a colander set in the sink.
  • Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C), and preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Place the flour, egg, and bread crumbs in 3 separate bowls. Mix the garlic powder into the bread crumbs. Working in batches, coat the chicken breast in the flour, then dip them in the egg, and finally coat with the bread crumbs. Carefully fry the coated chicken in the hot oil in small batches until golden brown and no longer pink in the center, 3 to 4 minutes. Drain the fried chicken over paper towels.
  • Combine cooked pasta, fried chicken, 1/2 package of mozzarella cheese, and 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese in a large bowl. Stir in the marinara sauce. Pour the red wine into the empty marinara sauce jar; cover and shake the jar, and empty the contents into the bowl of pasta. Stir to combine. Spread pasta mixture in a large casserole dish, and cover with aluminum foil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Remove the aluminum foil and sprinkle with the remaining 1/2 package of mozzarella cheese and 1/2 cup of Parmesan cheese. Return to the oven, and continue baking until the cheese has melted, about 30 minutes. Remove from the oven, and allow to rest for 5 minutes before serving. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1121.9 calories, Carbohydrate 92.2 g, Cholesterol 139.3 mg, Fat 65.5 g, Fiber 7.1 g, Protein 38.2 g, SaturatedFat 14.8 g, Sodium 1490.7 mg, Sugar 16 g

Tips:

  • For the best results, use high-quality ingredients. Fresh chicken, ripe tomatoes, and flavorful cheese will make a big difference in the final dish.
  • Be sure to cook the chicken thoroughly before adding it to the pasta. This will help prevent the chicken from becoming dry and tough.
  • Don't overcook the pasta. Al dente pasta is the perfect texture for this dish.
  • Use a good quality marinara sauce. If you have time, you can make your own, but a store-bought sauce will also work well.
  • Be generous with the cheese. A good coating of cheese will help to bind the dish together and make it extra delicious.
  • Serve the chicken parmesan penne pasta toss immediately after it is made. This will ensure that the pasta is hot and the cheese is melted.

Conclusion:

Chicken parmesan penne pasta toss is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a meal that your whole family will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner idea, give chicken parmesan penne pasta toss a try.

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