Description
Crack Chicken Penne is a creamy, savory pasta dish that combines tender chicken and rich cheeses for an unforgettable meal. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this one-pot wonder is customizable to suit any dietary preference. With its delightful aroma and satisfying flavors, it’s no wonder this dish has become a family favorite. Ready in just under 30 minutes, enjoy it alongside a fresh salad or crusty bread for the complete experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs), diced
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 4 green onions (chopped)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tsp dried Italian herbs
Instructions
- Gather and prep ingredients: Dice chicken into bite-sized pieces and chop green onions.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and cook chicken until golden brown (5-7 minutes).
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer; add uncooked penne pasta and stir to combine.
- After about 8 minutes of simmering, reduce heat to low. Stir in cream cheese until melted, then gradually add cheddar cheese until smooth.
- Season with garlic powder, soy sauce, black pepper, and dried herbs; stir well.
- Fold in chopped green onions just before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 110mg