Best 5 Chicken With Fennel Cream Sauce And Penne Recipes

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Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our delectable Chicken with Fennel Cream Sauce and Penne recipe. This dish tantalizes your taste buds with tender chicken enveloped in a creamy fennel sauce, complemented by perfectly cooked penne pasta. The fennel adds a unique anise-like flavor, while the cream sauce provides a velvety richness. As a bonus, we've also included three additional recipes to elevate your culinary experience: a zesty Lemon Garlic Shrimp Scampi, a hearty Italian Sausage and Peppers with Polenta, and a refreshing Strawberry Spinach Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette. These diverse dishes offer a delightful range of flavors and textures, making them perfect for any occasion.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

PASTA WITH CREAMY FENNEL SAUCE



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When pureeing fennel one day, I realized its velvety texture would make for a creamy, delicious pasta sauce-without all the guilt. My experiment worked, and now I enjoy this good-for-you pasta sauce all the time. -Deb Schwab, Moraga, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 large fennel bulbs
1 medium potato
1 shallot
2 garlic cloves
2 cups 2% milk
1 cup chicken broth
3 tablespoons cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
2 packages (10 ounces each) fresh butternut squash ravioli
Additional grated Parmesan cheese, optional

Steps:

  • Chop enough fennel fronds to measure 1 tablespoon; reserve, discarding the rest of the tops or saving for another use. Core and slice fennel bulbs. Peel and cube potato. Slice shallot; smash garlic cloves and peel., Place vegetables, milk and broth in a Dutch oven. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until tender, 25-30 minutes. Drain, reserving 1/4 cup cooking liquid; cool slightly. Stir in reserved cooking liquid, cream cheese, Parmesan, salt and pepper., Process in a blender or food processor until pureed. Return to Dutch oven. Stir in parsley and reserved fennel fronds; keep warm., Cook ravioli according to package directions. Drain. Toss with sauce. If desired, top with additional Parmesan.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 309 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 19mg cholesterol, Sodium 690mg sodium, Carbohydrate 51g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 12g protein.

CREAMY CHICKEN PENNE PASTA RECIPE BY TASTY



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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

ROAST CHICKEN WITH LEMONS AND FENNEL



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Roasting is the easiest way to cook a chicken. For maximum browning, use a rimmed baking sheet instead of a high-sided roasting pan. Create a complete family-friendly meal by cooking vegetables like fennel alongside the bird.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 chicken (3 1/2 to 4 pounds), rinsed and patted dry (liver and giblets discarded)
Coarse salt and ground pepper
2 lemons, halved or quartered
2 to 3 fennel bulbs (2 1/2 pounds total), cored, stalks discarded, and cut into 1-inch wedges
1 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Place chicken on a large rimmed baking sheet; season with salt and pepper. Place a lemon half in cavity. Using kitchen twine, tie legs together. Add fennel and remaining lemons to sheet and toss with oil.
  • Roast until juices run clear when chicken is pierced between breast and leg, or an instant-read thermometer inserted into thickest part of a thigh (avoiding bone) registers 165, 60 to 70 minutes, basting chicken with pan juices and tossing fennel halfway through.
  • Transfer chicken to a platter and cover loosely with foil; let rest 10 minutes. Carve chicken. Serve with fennel and lemons.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 607 g, Fat 32 g, Fiber 8 g, Protein 59 g

CREAMY MUSHROOM CHICKEN



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I call this meal "the easy chicken fixin'"...and love it that the leftovers are equally delicious heated up in the microwave. My husband, Tim, and I spend a lot of time riding horses and playing Cowboy Polo in summer. We are extra busy now since we just had our first child, Shelby.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1/4 cup butter
4-1/2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
1 cup milk
3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
Minced fresh parsley
Hot cooked pasta

Steps:

  • Sprinkle chicken with pepper. In a large skillet over medium heat, brown chicken in oil until a thermometer reads 170°. Remove to a serving platter and keep warm. , In the same skillet, saute mushrooms in butter until tender. Sprinkle with flour and stir until coated. Gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. , Remove from the heat; stir in 1/2 cup cheese. Pour over chicken. Sprinkle with parsley and remaining cheese. Serve with pasta.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 309 calories, Fat 19g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 97mg cholesterol, Sodium 338mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 29g protein.

CHICKEN BREASTS WITH FENNEL SAUCE



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Provided by Pierre Franey

Categories     weekday, main course

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, about 1 1/4 pounds
Salt and freshly ground white pepper to taste
1 head fennel, about 3/4 pound
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 tablespoons finely chopped shallots
1/4 cup dry white wine
1/4 cup fresh or canned chicken broth
1 bay leaf
2 sprigs fresh thyme or 1/2 teaspoon dried
Dash Tabasco sauce
2 tablespoons butter
4 fennel leaves, finely chopped

Steps:

  • If the chicken breast halves are connected, separate and trim membrane or fat. Salt and pepper.
  • Trim the fennel and save 4 green leaves for chopping, leaving only the white bulb at the bottom. Cut the bulb into 1/4-inch cubes. There should be about 1 1/2 cups.
  • Heat the oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook until lightly browned, about 3 minutes. Add the shallots.
  • Turn the chicken breasts and scatter the fennel around them. Continue cooking, shaking the skillet and redistributing the fennel, until it is cooked evenly. Cook about 3 minutes. Add the wine, broth, bay leaf, thyme and Tabasco sauce. Cover tightly and cook over medium heat for 10 minutes. Turn the pieces occasionally.
  • Transfer the chicken to a warm platter, cover with foil and keep warm.
  • With a slotted spoon, remove about 1/2 cup of the fennel cubes. Remove the bay leaf and thyme sprig. Pour the remaining fennel mixture into a blender or food processor. Add the butter and blend to a very fine puree. Pour the mixture into a saucepan, season with salt and pepper as needed. Add any liquid that may have accumulated around the chicken. Add the reserved fennel cubes and the chopped fennel leaves. Bring to a simmer and spoon the sauce over the chicken breasts. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 322, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams, Carbohydrate 7 grams, Fat 16 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 33 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 604 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Tips:

  • Mise en place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all of your ingredients and tools ready. This will help you stay organized and prevent any scrambling later on.
  • Choose the right fennel: Look for fennel bulbs that are firm and have no blemishes. The fronds should be bright green and smell anise-like.
  • Slice the fennel thinly: This will help it cook evenly and release its flavor.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: When searing the chicken, make sure to give it enough space so that it can brown properly. If you overcrowd the pan, the chicken will steam instead of sear.
  • Cook the chicken until it is cooked through: Use a meat thermometer to ensure that the chicken has reached an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Make the sauce while the chicken is cooking: This will save you time and help you get dinner on the table faster.
  • Add the pasta to the sauce: Once the sauce is simmering, add the pasta and cook it according to the package directions.
  • Serve immediately: This dish is best served hot, so make sure to get it on the table as soon as it's ready.

Conclusion:

This chicken with fennel cream sauce and penne is a delicious and easy-to-make weeknight meal. The fennel adds a unique and flavorful twist to the classic chicken and pasta dish. The sauce is creamy and rich, and the penne is cooked to perfection. This dish is sure to please everyone at the table.

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