Description
Creamy Tomato Basil Chicken Penne is a comforting and flavorful dish that elevates your weeknight dinners to gourmet status. Featuring tender chicken, perfectly cooked penne pasta, and a rich creamy tomato sauce infused with fresh basil, this recipe is sure to delight your taste buds and warm your heart. It’s easy to prepare, making it perfect for both casual family meals and elegant gatherings. Enjoy this culinary masterpiece that’s as beautiful on the plate as it is delicious!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 12 oz penne pasta
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 28 oz can crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta in salted boiling water until al dente (9-11 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then cook until golden brown on both sides (5-7 minutes per side). Remove from skillet and let rest.
- In the same skillet, lower heat to medium and sauté minced garlic until fragrant (30 seconds). Add crushed tomatoes, oregano, and red pepper flakes; let simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream slowly, then add Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- Toss cooked penne with the sauce in the skillet, ensuring all pasta is coated. Tear fresh basil leaves above the pan for flavor infusion before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 70mg