Pollo E Penne Di Genoa (Genovese Chicken and Penne Pasta)

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 0
Pollo E Penne Di Genoa (Genovese Chicken and Penne Pasta)
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Prep

10 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

8 ounces penne rigate
1/4 cup flour
1 teaspoon dried basil or 1 teaspoon oregano leaves
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves ( about 1 lb )
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 jar classico di genoa pasta sauce ( Spicy Tomato & Pesto )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
408
Sugar
7g
Fat
14g
Pollo E Penne Di Genoa, also known as Genovese Chicken and Penne Pasta, is a delicious Italian dish that is sure to please your taste buds. This simple recipe combines boneless chicken breasts with cooked penne pasta, smothered in a jar of Classico Di Genoa pasta sauce. The sauce is a delectable blend of spicy tomato and pesto flavors, that complement the tender chicken and the al dente penne pasta perfectly. This recipe is quick and easy to make, so you can enjoy this comforting Italian classic any day of the week.

Instructions

1.Cook pasta according to package directions.
2.While pasta is cooking, combine flour and dried basil/oregano in a shallow dish.
3.Dredge chicken in flour mixture.
4.Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and cook chicken for 5-6 minutes on each side or until browned and cooked through.
5.Pour jar of Classico Di Genoa pasta sauce over chicken and let it simmer until heated through.
6.Serve chicken and sauce over cooked penne pasta.

PROS

This meal is quick and easy to make and is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

The flavors of the spicy tomato and pesto sauce pair perfectly with the chicken and penne pasta.

CONS

This meal contains a fair amount of carbohydrates and is not suitable for those on a low-carb diet.

Also, some people may find the sauce to be too spicy.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The chicken in this recipe provides a good source of lean protein, while the penne pasta provides carbohydrates that can help give you energy for your day.
The spicy tomato and pesto sauce contains lycopene, an antioxidant that has been linked to reducing the risk of heart disease.

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