How To Make Chicken Alfredo Penne Pasta Recipe

Chicken Alfredo Penne Pasta :

As the name suggests, this dish is made with a creamy parmesan sauce, also called alfredo sauce, made from chicken and Penne pasta, add the white sauce to give this dish a creamy texture, and mild spices are used in this recipe. This dish is loved by children and adults alike.

Chicken Alfredo Penne pasta 

About Chicken Alfredo Penne Pasta:

Chicken Alfredo Penne Pasta Recipe a delicious Pasta recipe, made with Penne Pasta cheese, heavy cream, Milk, Butter all purpose flour and spices.
These super delicious sauces are used in the "Chicken Alfredo Penne pasta recipe" created by Alfredo di Lelio, an Italian restaurateur.
Chicken Alfredo Penne pasta recipe is easy to make, and popular for its savoury taste. It is also a nutritious recipe. The use of chicken for making this recipe provides lean protein,protein is beneficial for muscle growth and maintenance.
Pasta provides complex carbohydrates for energy.
Cream and cheese provide calcium, calcium is essential for bone health.

Pro Tips For Making The Perfect Chicken Alfredo Penne Pasta:

Boil the Penne pasta in a large amount of water, add a teaspoon of oil and salt, it prevents the penne pasta from stickey getting together.

I recommend adding a tablespoon of lemon juice and ⅛ teaspoon lemon zest during the boiling penne pasta. The flavour of lemon gives pasta a refreshing aroma.

Drain penne pasta in a strainer when it is 90% cooked.

Make sure to use boneless or skinless chicken,breast portion or thighs portion cut into bite-sized pieces.

Always wash the chicken with tap water, before cooking.

Grate the cheese as soon as you add it to the sauce. Do not use pre-cured cheese.

You can use fresh Making ribbon past in this recipe. 

Chicken Alfredo Penne Pasta Recipe:

Chicken Alfredo Penne pasta 

Cuisine: Italian cuisine

Course : Main course

Category : Pasta

Serves: 4-6 Serving Size: 1 serving (153g)

Servings per recipe: 4-6

Recipe:

Preparation and Cooking Time :20-25

Making Chicken Alfredo Penne Pasta 

Ingredients:

• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken
• 1 cup or 250g penne pasta
• 2 tablespoons or30g unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon all purpose flour
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup or 250ml heavy cream
• 1/2 cup or 120g grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 cup or 60g grated mozzarella cheese
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Instructions:

Boil the penne pasta in a pan, add oil and lemon juice and lemon zest. Cook until penne pasta al dente, drain the pasta with the help of a strainer, reserve 1 cup drained water of pasta and set aside the penne pasta.
In a large skillet, add a teaspoon of cooking oil, add the butter and melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté it.
Add chicken and cook until browned and cooked through (5-6 minutes).
Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the all purpose flour, cook it low medium heat until fragrant, add ½ cup of full cream milk, boiled the milk, add heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
Reduce cream by half.
Stir in Parmesan and mozzarella cheese until melted and smooth.
Add cooked pasta, chicken, and basil to the skillet. Toss to combine.
Season with salt and white pepper to taste.
Serve hot, garnished with parsley if desired and lemon wedges.

Variations and Tips:

Add steamed vegetables such as broccoli, bell peppers for added nutrients.
Use whole wheat penne pasta for increased fibre.
Substitute chicken with shrimp, fish or turkey for a different protein source.
Reduce the amount of cream and cheese for a lighter version.

Troubleshooting:

If the pasta is too dry, add some milk and cook for 30 seconds.
If you want to preserve the Chicken Alfredo Penne pasta, preserved it in refrigerator for one day only, microwave the Chicken Alfredo Penne pasta before serve.

Nutritional Information:

Making Chicken Alfredo Penne Pasta 

Saturated Fat: 20g

Cholesterol: 80mg

Carbohydrates: 35g

Fibre: 2g

Sugar: 2g

Sodium: 450mg

Macronutrient Breakdown:

Carbohydrates: 45%

Protein: 30%

Fat: 25%

Micronutrients:

Calcium: 20% DV

Iron: 15% DV

Potassium: 10% DV

Vitamin A: 10% DV

Vitamin C: 2% DV

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q: What is Alfredo Penne Pasta?

Answer: A Alfredo Penne pasta is a popular Italian cuisine, most popular in America, It is made with boneless chicken pieces, penne pasta, and sauce.

Q: How many calories are in  Alfredo Penne Pasta?

Answer :540 calories in this recipe.

Q:What is serve with Chicken Alfredo Penne pasta? 

Answer: Garlic Butter Bread, steam vegetables, green salad,  serve with chicken Alfredo Penne Pasta, the best complement of chicken Alfredo penne pasta is soft drink, pomegranate juice.