Description
A delicious and creamy pasta dish featuring roasted red peppers and tender chicken, perfect for a quick and easy dinner.
Ingredients
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- 8 oz penne pasta
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup roasted red peppers, pureed
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add the shredded chicken to the skillet and stir until heated through.
- Stir in the pureed roasted red peppers and heavy cream, mixing well.
- Add the grated Parmesan cheese and stir until melted and combined.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Toss the cooked pasta in the sauce until well coated.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half.
- Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or mushrooms for extra nutrition.
- This dish can be made ahead and reheated for a quick meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Chicken Pasta, easy dinner, pasta recipe