Best 8 Spicy Chicken Tenders With Blue Cheese Penne Pasta Recipes

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Indulge in crispy, juicy chicken tenders coated in a tantalizing blend of spices, delivering a symphony of flavors in every bite. Perfectly paired with creamy blue cheese penne pasta, this dish offers a harmonious balance of bold and smooth textures.

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PENNE GORGONZOLA WITH CHICKEN



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This rich, creamy pasta dish is a snap to throw together for a weeknight meal but special enough for company. You can substitute another cheese for the Gorgonzola if you like. -George Schroeder, Port Murray, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 package (16 ounces) penne pasta
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 large garlic clove, minced
1/4 cup white wine
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1/4 cup chicken broth
2 cups crumbled Gorgonzola cheese
6 to 8 fresh sage leaves, thinly sliced
Salt and pepper to taste
Grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese and minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet over medium heat, brown chicken in oil on all sides. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Add wine, stirring to loosen browned bits from pan., Add cream and broth; cook until sauce is slightly thickened and chicken is no longer pink. Stir in the Gorgonzola cheese, sage, salt and pepper; cook just until cheese is melted., Drain pasta; toss with sauce. Sprinkle with Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese and parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 489 calories, Fat 23g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 97mg cholesterol, Sodium 453mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 26g protein.

CHEDDAR CHEESE CHICKEN PASTA BAKE



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A creamy, cheesy plateful of delicious comfort to delight your taste buds! Indulge yourself.

Provided by Heather T.

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Chicken

Time 1h

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 (16 ounce) package rotini pasta
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 pounds chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 tablespoon onion powder
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 cup chicken broth
¼ cup all-purpose flour
1 (16 ounce) package shredded Cheddar cheese, or as desired
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained
¼ cup heavy whipping cream
3 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon hot sauce
½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil; cook the rotini at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes; drain.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet on medium-high heat. Toss in chicken, onion powder, garlic, 1 teaspoon salt, and black pepper. Cook and stir until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 7 minutes. Reduce heat to low.
  • Whisk chicken broth and flour together in a bowl until well blended. Pour over the chicken in the skillet. Add half the Cheddar cheese, diced tomatoes, cream, butter, hot sauce, and Worcestershire sauce; stir to combine. Continue stirring over medium heat until sauce starts to thicken, about 10 minutes. Stir cooked pasta into skillet.
  • Pour chicken-pasta mixture into a glass baking dish. Sprinkle remaining Cheddar cheese on top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is bubbly and melted, about 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 549.8 calories, Carbohydrate 39.4 g, Cholesterol 116.6 mg, Fat 26.2 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 37 g, SaturatedFat 14.1 g, Sodium 805.7 mg, Sugar 2.9 g

SPICY TURKEY TENDERS WITH BLUE CHEESE PENNE PASTA



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Provided by Guy Fieri

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h55m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 tablespoon paprika
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon cayenne
1 teaspoon ground cumin
2 teaspoons celery salt
1 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
2 pounds turkey tenders, cut into 2-inch pieces
3 tablespoons butter
4 tablespoons canola oil
8 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 cups skim milk
3/4 cup plus 4 tablespoons blue cheese, divided
1 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
1 cup hot sauce, warmed (recommended: Franks)
2 tablespoons sea salt
2 pounds penne rigate pasta
1/4 cup chopped Roma tomatoes

Steps:

  • For the dry rub: In a small bowl, mix together the dry spices and season turkey tenders. Cover with plastic wrap and place into refrigerator for 1 hour.
  • For the bechamel: In a large saute pot over medium heat, add butter and oil. Warm until the butter melts then whisk in flour, until mixture is smooth. Slowly add skim milk with whisk, breaking down solids. When all the milk is added, slightly simmer for 10 minutes and then whisk in 3/4 cup blue cheese and nutmeg. Hold warm.
  • Preheat grill or cast iron skillet to high.
  • Add turkey tender pieces and cook until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F, or juice runs clear. Remove from grill, toss in warmed hot sauce, and hold warm.
  • In a large pot heat 2 gallons of water to boil, and add 2 tablespoons kosher salt. Add pasta, and cook 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente.
  • Toss drained pasta with blue cheese bechamel sauce, next remove turkey tenders from hot sauce, and toss in pasta and bechamel. Garnish with Roma tomatoes and remaining blue cheese.

SPICY CHICKEN TENDERS



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East Indian flavored chicken. Recipe calls for tenders but I think it would work just as well with skinless, boneless breasts or thighs if you adjust the cooking time (maybe baking for 15 minutes and then broiling). From the Dec/Jan 2011 issue of Taste of Home. Submitted by Carol Dodds.

Provided by berry271

Categories     Chicken

Time 30m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon water
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon curry powder
1/8 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/8 teaspoon ground ginger
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon paprika
cooking spray
1/2 lb chicken tenderloins

Steps:

  • Combine water and spices and brush over both sides of the tenders.
  • Place in a resealable bag and marinade in fridge for 15 minutes.
  • Spray a broiler pan with cooking spray.
  • Place chicken on pan and broil 3 minutes on each side or until meat is no longer pink.

SPICY CHICKEN TENDERS



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These quick chicken bites from Carol Dodds in Aurora, Ontario are moist, delicious and boast traditional East Indian flavors of cinnamon, ginger and curry. "I serve this simple dish with rice and veggies for a great meal," says Carol. TIP: Warm up your next fall gathering with Carol's Spicy Chicken Tenders for appetizers. Simply double the recipe and serve with fancy party picks.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 tablespoon water
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon curry powder
1/8 teaspoon each ground turmeric, ginger and cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon paprika
1/2 pound chicken tenderloins

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine water and seasonings; brush over both sides of chicken tenders. Place in a bowl and toss to coat; refrigerate for 15 minutes., Place chicken on a broiler pan coated with cooking spray. Broil 3-4 in. from the heat for 3 minutes on each side or until meat is no longer pink.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 108 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 67mg cholesterol, Sodium 343mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 26g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BACONY BLUE CHEESE CHICKEN PASTA



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Make and share this Bacony Blue Cheese Chicken Pasta recipe from Food.com.

Provided by gailanng

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 55m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 lb pasta rigatoni pasta or 1 lb penne
3 tablespoons butter
splash white wine, if desired
3 cups yellow onions, sliced very thin
4 chicken breast halves (approx 4 ounces each)
salt and pepper
1 -2 tablespoon olive oil
4 -6 ounces crumbled blue cheese
1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped
4 pieces bacon, cooked and chopped
1 cup shredded parmesan cheese
garlic salt
pepper

Steps:

  • Begin by cooking the pasta per package instructions.
  • In a large sauce pan over medium heat add 3 tablespoons butter and, if desired, a splash of white wine.
  • Add to the sizziling butter the sliced onions, stirring every 5 minutes for a total of 25 minutes, or until they turn a caramel color.
  • Season breasts with salt and pepper. Broil chicken breasts halves about 12 minutes, flipping halfway through until cooked; careful not to overcook. Breasts may, also, be grilled or pan fried.
  • When the pasta is cooked, drain and place in a large bowl while hot. Stir in the olive oil. Over the pasta, evenly sprinkling the blue cheese letting the cheese melt.
  • Slice the chicken into strips. Place over pasta and cheese. Sprinkle over 1 tablespoon fresh chopped rosemary and the cooked, chopped bacon.
  • Add the caramelized onions to the pasta and chicken, gently toss and season with a few shakes of garlic salt and pepper. Top each serving with Parmesan.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 961.9, Fat 42.8, SaturatedFat 20.1, Cholesterol 213.8, Sodium 995.7, Carbohydrate 94.3, Fiber 5.9, Sugar 7.6, Protein 49.3

SPICY CHICKEN TENDERS



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These spicy chicken tenders get a little heat from red pepper and chili powder. Serve with a side of ranch dressing for dipping.

Provided by By Brooke Lark

Categories     Entree

Time 35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup Original Bisquick™ mix
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon red pepper (add more if you want them really spicy, omit if no spice)
1 teaspoon chili powder
2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon celery salt
2 teaspoons sugar
1 egg
1/4 cup milk
1 package chicken tenders (14 to 16 oz)
2 to 3 tablespoons butter, melted
Ranch dressing, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 450°F. Line cookie sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a pie plate, combine the Bisquick mix, onion powder, red pepper, chili powder, paprika, celery salt and sugar. Stir together until well mixed.
  • In medium bowl, mix egg and milk with whisk until well blended. Spoon 1 to 2 tablespoons egg mixture into the Bisquick mixture; stir until little lumps form.
  • Dip the chicken breast tenders into the egg mixture, then into the Bisquick mixture, then back into the egg mixture and finally back into the Bisquick mixture. Place on cookie sheet. Repeat with remaining chicken. Drizzle butter over chicken.
  • Bake 12 to 14 minutes, turning halfway through bake time, until no longer pink in the center. Serve tenders with ranch dressing if desired.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving

SPICY CHICKEN TENDERS WITH BLUE CHEESE PENNE PASTA



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Why this recipe thrills me? A perfect blend of flavors plus heat: zesty, tender chicken glazed in tangy Frank's hot sauce and cooled with béchamel-blue cheese coated pasta. Adapated from a Guy Fieri recipe.

Provided by gailanng

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 1h45m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 tablespoon paprika
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon cayenne
1 teaspoon ground cumin
2 teaspoons celery salt
1 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
2 lbs chicken tenders or 2 lbs turkey breast tenderloins, cut into 2-inch pieces
3 tablespoons butter
4 tablespoons canola oil
8 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 cups skim milk
3/4 cup plus 4 tablespoons blue cheese, divided
1 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
1 cup frank's hot sauce, warmed
2 tablespoons kosher salt (not table salt)
2 lbs penne rigate
1/4 cup chopped roma tomato

Steps:

  • For the dry rub: In a small bowl, mix together the dry spices and season turkey tenders. Cover with plastic wrap and place into refrigerator for 1 hour.
  • For the bechamel: In a large saute pot over medium heat, add butter and oil. Warm until the butter melts then whisk in flour, until mixture is smooth. Slowly add skim milk with whisk, breaking down solids. When all the milk is added, slightly simmer for 10 minutes and then whisk in 3/4 cup blue cheese and nutmeg. Hold warm.
  • Preheat grill or cast iron skillet to high.
  • Add chicken tender pieces and cook until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F, or juice runs clear. Remove from grill, toss in warmed hot sauce, and hold warm.
  • In a large pot heat 2 gallons of water to boil, and add 2 tablespoons kosher salt. Add pasta and cook 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente.
  • Toss drained pasta with blue cheese bechamel sauce, next remove chicken tenders from hot sauce and toss in pasta and bechamel. Garnish with Roma tomatoes and remaining blue cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 773.6, Fat 20.4, SaturatedFat 6.9, Cholesterol 95.4, Sodium 2904.1, Carbohydrate 98.2, Fiber 4.6, Sugar 3.9, Protein 46.6

Tips:

  • To achieve crispy and juicy chicken tenders, marinate them in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes before coating and frying.
  • Use a combination of flour, cornstarch, and spices for a flavorful and crispy coating on the chicken tenders.
  • Shallow-fry the chicken tenders in hot oil over medium heat to ensure they cook evenly without burning.
  • Prepare the blue cheese penne pasta while the chicken tenders are frying to save time.
  • Use a high-quality blue cheese for a rich and tangy flavor in the pasta sauce.
  • Add a generous amount of freshly chopped parsley to the pasta for a pop of color and freshness.
  • Serve the spicy chicken tenders with the blue cheese penne pasta immediately for a delicious and satisfying meal.

Conclusion:

The combination of crispy and juicy chicken tenders with the creamy and flavorful blue cheese penne pasta makes this dish a perfect choice for a satisfying and flavorful meal. The spicy kick from the chicken tenders adds an extra layer of excitement, while the tangy blue cheese sauce complements the chicken perfectly. This recipe is sure to be a hit with both family and friends, and it's easy enough to make for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. With a few simple tips and tricks, you can create a delicious and memorable meal that everyone will love.

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