Penne Gorgonzola With Chicken and Roma Tomatoes

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 0

Penne Gorgonzola With Chicken and Roma Tomatoes- Creamy & Tangy Pasta Dish with Italian-Marinated Chicken

by The Chefin Pasta

Prep

15 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

4-6

Calories

819

Sugar

Fat

46g

Penne Gorgonzola With Chicken and Roma Tomatoes is a delicious pasta dish that is perfect for any occasion. The dish is made with penne pasta that is cooked to al dente and then tossed with a rich and creamy gorgonzola sauce. The dish also includes Italian-marinated chicken that is cooked until browned and juicy, as well as chopped Roma tomatoes that add a fresh and tangy flavor to the dish. The sauce is made with heavy cream, gorgonzola cheese, Parmesan cheese, and nutmeg, which combine to create a rich and flavorful sauce that is perfect for coating the pasta. This is a dish that is sure to please anyone who loves pasta and cheese!

Instructions

1.	Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2.	In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-6 minutes on each side.
3.	Remove the chicken from the skillet and keep warm. To the same skillet, add the heavy cream, gorgonzola, Parmesan cheese, and nutmeg. Cook over medium heat for about 5 minutes or until the cheese has melted and the sauce has thickened to desired consistency.
4.	Slice the cooked chicken into thin strips. Add the chicken and the chopped tomatoes to the skillet. Toss to combine.
5.	Transfer the cooked pasta to the skillet. Toss gently to coat the pasta with the sauce.
6.	Serve hot, garnished with extra crumbled gorgonzola cheese if desired.

PROS

Creamy, tangy, and flavorful pasta dish that is easy to make and can serve as a complete meal.

The Italian-marinated chicken adds a delicious and aromatic flavor to the pasta that is sure to please any chicken lover.

CONS

The dish can be high in calories and fat due to the heavy cream, butter, and cheese used in the recipe.

It is not suitable for individuals who are lactose-intolerant or following a vegan diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Despite the fact that the dish is high in calories, it contains some nutritional benefits.
The dish is a good source of protein, which is important for muscle growth and repair.
The tomatoes used in the recipe are a good source of vitamin C, which helps boost the immune system.

	4 boneless skinless chicken breasts ( preferably Italian-marinated )
	1 lb penne pasta
	1/2 - 1 cup butter
	1 pint heavy cream
	4 ounces gorgonzola , crumbled
	1/4 cup shredded parmesan cheese
	1 teaspoon nutmeg
	2 roma tomatoes , chopped