Description
Chicken and Vegetable Penne Alfredo is a creamy and satisfying dish that effortlessly combines tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and al dente penne pasta in a luscious Alfredo sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, this recipe can be whipped up in under 30 minutes with minimal effort. The beauty of this dish lies in its versatility; you can easily customize it by incorporating your favorite seasonal vegetables or adjusting the spices to suit your palate. With a rich blend of flavors and textures, Chicken and Vegetable Penne Alfredo promises to impress family and friends alike while being simple enough for cooks of all skill levels.
Ingredients
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 2 cups fresh vegetables (bell peppers, broccoli, spinach)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Chop chicken into bite-sized pieces and dice your vegetables.
- Cook Pasta: In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook penne until al dente (8-10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- Saut? Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chicken seasoned with salt and pepper; cook until golden brown (7-10 minutes).
- Add Vegetables: Stir in minced garlic and chopped vegetables; saut? until tender (about 5 minutes).
- Make Sauce: Pour heavy cream into the skillet and stir in Parmesan cheese until melted. Season with salt and pepper.
- Combine: Fold cooked penne into the skillet until evenly coated in sauce.
Notes
Feel free to experiment with different vegetables based on your preference or seasonality.
For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with low-fat milk or Greek yogurt.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Saut?ing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 75mg