Best 8 Penne With Mini Chicken Parmesan Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with our savory Penne with Mini Chicken Parmesan, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This delectable dish features tender penne pasta smothered in a rich and flavorful tomato sauce, topped with golden-brown mini chicken parmesan cutlets. Each bite is a perfect balance of crispy, cheesy, and succulent, leaving you craving more. Our recipe offers step-by-step instructions, ensuring you achieve restaurant-quality results at home. We'll guide you through creating the perfect crispy chicken cutlets, a flavorful tomato sauce, and assembling the dish to perfection. Additionally, discover a collection of tempting variations, including a vegetarian option with roasted eggplant parmesan and a creamy pesto sauce, as well as a spicy Arrabbiata sauce for those who enjoy a bit of heat. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this crowd-pleasing dish that's perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.

Let's cook with our recipes!

CHICKEN PARMESAN W/PENNE PASTA



Chicken Parmesan w/Penne Pasta image

Make and bake OR make extra and freeze. Thaw before heating.

Provided by Joy in Every Season

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 22

For chicken:
1-2 packages Foster Farm's Chicken Tenders
1 cup flour
1 cup seasoned bread crumbs
1 cup grated parmesan
2 tsp salt
2 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp pepper
2 eggs
olive oil (for frying chicken)
For sauce:
1 1/2 - 24 oz jars marinara sauce (I used San Marzano Marinara)
1/4 yellow onion (chopped)
1 clove garlic (crushed)
1/2 tsp dried basil
1/2 tsp dried oregano
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
drizzle of olive oil
1 box Penne pasta
4 oz mozzarella cheese (grated)
2 oz mild cheddar (grated)
1/2 cup parmesan

Steps:

  • Begin with the sauce: In med. saucepan, drizzle in a little olive oil. Add onions and sauté over med/low heat until almost translucent. Add garlic and cook for another couple minutes. Add in basil, oregano, pepper flakes, & sauce. Lower heat to simmer.
  • To prepare chicken:
  • In large zip lock bag, add 1 cup flour, 1 tsp salt, 1 tsp garlic powder and 1/2 tsp pepper. Shake to combine. Add in chicken tenders and shake to thoroughly coat chicken pieces.
  • In med size shallow bowl, using a fork or whisk, mix the eggs until they are light and frothy.
  • In shallow bowl or baking dish, combine together 1 cup bread crumbs, 1 cup parmesan cheese, 1 tsp salt, 1 tsp garlic powder, and 1/2 tsp pepper.
  • Using tongs, take a piece of chicken from flour bag (shaking off excess flour, dip into egg mixture, then place into bread crumb/parmesan mixture, coat chicken thoroughly.
  • Heat olive oil in large sauté pan over med low heat.
  • Cook chicken in sauté pan a few pieces at a time, until golden brown on both sides. Remove cooked pieces and place on wire cooling rack (like the kind you'd use for cookie baking). Repeat dredging & frying process until all chicken has been cooked.
  • In the meantime, cook pasta according to package directions.
  • To assemble: mix cooked pasta with pasta sauce, reserving about 1 cup. Add 1/2 cup parmesan cheese to saucy pasta. Pour into rectangle baking dish (freezer & oven safe). Place cooked chicken on top of pasta. Spoon on remaining pasta sauce and top with grated mozzarella & cheddar cheese. Cover with foil. Bake at 350* until hot and cheese is melted.

SLOW-COOKER CHICKEN PARMESAN WITH PENNE PASTA



Slow-Cooker Chicken Parmesan with Penne Pasta image

Warmly welcome your family home with the Italian aroma of chicken parmesan slow cooking in the kitchen.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 5h25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 egg
1/3 cup Progresso™ plain bread crumbs
1/3 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1 1/4 lb)
1 jar (26 oz) tomato pasta sauce
1/2 cup shredded Italian cheese blend (2 oz)
2 2/3 cups uncooked penne pasta (8 oz)

Steps:

  • Spray 2- to 3-quart slow cooker with cooking spray.
  • In small shallow bowl, beat egg until foamy. In separate shallow bowl, mix bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, salt and pepper. Dip chicken into egg, then coat evenly with bread crumb mixture; place in cooker. Spread pasta sauce evenly over chicken.
  • Cover; cook on Low heat setting 5 to 6 hours.
  • Sprinkle Italian cheese blend over top. Cover; cook on Low heat setting 10 minutes longer. Meanwhile, cook and drain pasta as directed on package. Serve chicken with pasta.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 720, Carbohydrate 79 g, Cholesterol 200 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 5 g, Protein 51 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1730 mg, Sugar 20 g, TransFat 0 g

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

MINI PENNE WITH PARMESAN CHICKEN



Mini Penne with Parmesan Chicken image

Another recipe that kids (and adults!) will wolf down, this is a combination of two dishes everyone loves: chicken cutlets Milanese and warm pasta salad.

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus 1/2 cup
1 cup buttermilk
1 1/2 pounds chicken tenders (about 18)
1 pound mini penne pasta or macaroni
1 1/4 cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese
3/4 cup Italian-style seasoned bread crumbs
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 large garlic cloves, minced
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1/2 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 500°F. Brush a large, heavy, foil-lined baking sheet with 1 tablespoon of oil. Place the buttermilk in a large bowl. Add the chicken tenders, stir to coat, and let stand for at least 15 minutes and up to 30 minutes.
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the pasta and cook until tender but still firm to the bite, stirring occasionally, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain.
  • Stir the Parmesan and bread crumbs together in a pie pan. Season the mixture with a pinch of salt and pepper. Remove the chicken tenders from the buttermilk, allowing the excess to drip back into the bowl, and dredge them in the bread-crumb mixture to coat completely, pressing to adhere. Arrange the coated chicken tenders on the prepared baking sheets, spacing evenly. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons of the oil and bake until they are cooked through and golden brown, about 12 minutes. Transfer the chicken tenders to a cutting board and cut into 1-inch pieces.
  • Meanwhile, mash the garlic with 1 teaspoon salt in a medium bowl. Whisk in the vinegar and then the remaining 1/2 cup of oil. Season with 1/4 teaspoon pepper.
  • Place the drained pasta in a large serving bowl. Drizzle with the vinaigrette, sprinkle with the parsley, and top with the chicken. Toss to combine, and serve.

CHICKEN TENDERS PARMESAN WITH PENNE AND BROCCOLI



Chicken Tenders Parmesan with Penne and Broccoli image

Broiled chicken parmesan and broccoli-packed pasta are better for you than classic chicken tenders.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 10

Coarse salt and ground pepper
2 large eggs
3/4 cup finely grated Parmesan
1/2 cup plain dried breadcrumbs
1 1/2 pounds chicken tenders
1 3/4 cups tomato sauce, homemade or storebought
4 ounces part-skim mozzarella, shredded (about 1 cup)
8 ounces penne rigate (ridged) or other short pasta
1 package (10 ounces) frozen broccoli florets, thawed
1 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

  • Bring large pot of salted water to boil. Heat broiler, with rack set 4 inches from heat. In a medium bowl, whisk eggs. In another bowl, combine Parmesan and breadcrumbs. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Dip tenders in egg, then in Parmesan mixture; place on a rimmed baking sheet. Broil until golden, 2 to 4 minutes per side.
  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Spread 1 cup tomato sauce in the bottom of a 9-by-13-inch baking dish. Then top with chicken, remaining sauce, and finally mozzarella. Bake 15 to 20 minutes or until cheese is melted.
  • Meanwhile, cook pasta in boiling water until al dente, according to package instructions, adding broccoli for final 30 seconds. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water; drain pasta and broccoli, and return to pot. Add oil and remaining Parmesan. Toss, gradually adding some reserved pasta water until pasta is lightly coated. Serve chicken with penne and broccoli.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 700 g, Fat 19 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 67 g

PENNE WITH MINI CHICKEN PARMESAN



Penne with Mini Chicken Parmesan image

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 9

16 units chicken nuggets
1 tablespoons olive oil
0.333333333333 cups onion
1 cloves garlic
2.5 cups pasta sauce
0.75 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
2 tablespoons parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons parsley
3 cups dry pasta penne

Steps:

  • Prepare chicken nuggets according to package directions. Meanwhile, heat oil in medium sauce pan set over medium heat. Cook onion and garlic for about 5 minutes or until soft and fragrant. Stir in pasta sauce and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes.
  • Toss mozzarella with parmesan and parsley. Remove cooked nuggets from oven. Top each nugget with spoonful of sauce and sprinkle with a little mozzarella mixture. Return nuggets to oven and bake for 5 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  • Meanwhile, cook penne according to package directions. Drain well. Toss hot penne with remaining pasta sauce and any remaining mozzarella mixture. Serve with chicken nuggets.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 0 g, Fat 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 g, Sodium 0 g, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 0 g

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

Tips:

  • Ensure the chicken is thoroughly cooked before assembling the pasta dish.
  • For crispy chicken, make sure to dredge it in flour, egg wash, and breadcrumbs before pan-frying.
  • Use a large skillet or griddle to cook the chicken in batches, avoiding overcrowding.
  • If your marinara sauce is too thick, thin it out with a little water or chicken broth.
  • Serve the penne with mini chicken parmesan immediately, garnished with fresh basil or parsley.

Conclusion:

This penne with mini chicken parmesan recipe is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. The crispy chicken, flavorful marinara sauce, and tender pasta combine to create a dish that is sure to please the whole family. With a few simple tips, you can make this recipe a success every time. So next time you're looking for a quick and tasty meal, give this recipe a try.

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