Here’s a simple and delicious recipe for Chicken Penne Pasta you can make at home:
🍝 Chicken Penne Pasta (Creamy Style)
🛒 Ingredients:
- 250g penne pasta
- 2 chicken breasts (cut into small cubes)
- 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
- 3–4 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 small onion (finely chopped)
- 1 cup cream (or milk for lighter version)
- ½ cup grated cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- 1 cup tomato puree (optional for pink sauce)
- Salt & black pepper (to taste)
- 1 tsp chili flakes
- 1 tsp oregano or Italian seasoning
- Fresh coriander or parsley (for garnish)
👩🍳 Instructions:
- Boil Pasta
Cook penne in salted water according to package instructions. Drain and set aside. - Cook Chicken
Heat oil in a pan, add chicken, season with salt & pepper, and cook until golden and fully done. Remove and set aside. - Make Sauce
In the same pan:- Sauté onion until soft
- Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds
- Add tomato puree (if using) and cook for 3–4 minutes
- Add Cream & Seasoning
Pour in cream, then add oregano, chili flakes, salt, and pepper. Stir well. - Combine Everything
Add cooked chicken and pasta into the sauce. Mix well. - Add Cheese
Sprinkle cheese and let it melt into the pasta. - Serve
Garnish with fresh herbs and serve hot.
🔥 Tips:
- Add mushrooms or capsicum for extra flavor
- Use grilled chicken for a smoky taste
- Add a little pasta water if sauce gets too thick
If you want, I can also give you a Desi-style spicy version or a restaurant-style Alfredo version.
