Ingredients for Penne With Chicken And Fresh Herb Sauce
- part of 1/4 cup packed fresh herbs (optional)
- part of 1/4 cup packed fresh herbs
- part of 1/4 cup packed fresh herbs (optional)
- 4 cloves
- 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Ground Red Pepper
- 1 pound penne pasta
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound total)
- 1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- cooking spray, for light coating
- a sprinkle, for garnish
- sprigs, for garnish
- oregano, part of 1/4 cup packed fresh herbs (optional)
- thyme, part of 1/4 cup packed fresh herbs (optional)
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How to Make Penne With Chicken And Fresh Herb Sauce
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 1/4 cup packed fresh herbs (such as basil, oregano, thyme - experiment with combinations!) and 4 cloves minced garlic. Cook for 30 seconds until herbs brighten.
- Remove herbs and garlic from water; set aside. Drain pasta water.
- In a blender or food processor, combine the cooked herbs and garlic with 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese, 1/2 cup chicken broth, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Blend until completely smooth.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
- Cook 1 pound penne pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- While pasta cooks, season 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound total) with 1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Lightly coat with cooking spray.
- Grill chicken for 8-10 minutes, turning once, until cooked through. Remove from grill and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- While chicken rests, transfer the herb sauce to a saucepan and heat over medium-low heat until warmed through. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
- Slice the rested chicken breasts.
- Arrange cooked penne on a serving platter. Top with sliced chicken.
- Spoon the warm herb sauce generously over the pasta and chicken.
- Garnish with fresh basil sprigs (if using) and a sprinkle of paprika for a pop of color.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
10 g
Sugar
1g
Fat
3g
Carbs
13g
