Best Chicken Penne Low Fat Recipes

CREAMY GARLIC CHICKEN PENNE

Steps:

• In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and return to pot.
• Season chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat oil, then cook chicken until browned on both sides and cooked through. Dice chicken, set aside, and cover to keep warm.
• Wipe skillet clean, then melt butter over medium-high heat. Stir in garlic and cook, 1 to 2 minutes. Sprinkle flour over butter and garlic and stir until thick.
• Gradually whisk in heavy cream until a smooth sauce is formed, then add salt and pepper and stir in Parmesan until melted.
• Stir in chicken and penne, then top with pepper, thyme or parsley, and more Parmesan. Serve immediately.

EASY CHICKEN ALFREDO PENNE RECIPE BY TASTY

Steps:

• In a pan over medium-high heat, melt butter, then add the chicken breast.
• Season with salt, pepper, oregano, and basil. Cook 8-10 minutes or until chicken is fully cooked. Remove from heat and set chicken aside.
• In the same pan over medium heat, melt butter and add the garlic. Cook until the garlic begins to soften.
• Add half of the flour to the garlic and butter, stirring until incorporated. Then add the rest of the flour and stir.
• Pour in the milk a little bit at a time, stirring well in between, until fully incorporated and sauce begins to thicken.
• Season with salt, pepper, oregano, and basil, and stir well to incorporate.
• Add parmesan cheese and stir until melted.
• Pour the sauce over cooked penne pasta, add the chicken and mix well.
• Add parsley and extra parmesan. Mix well.
• Enjoy!

PENNE WITH CHICKEN AND ASPARAGUS

Steps:

• Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to boil. Add pasta, and cook until al dente, about 8 to 10 minutes. Drain, and set aside.
• Warm 3 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Stir in chicken, and season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Cook until chicken is cooked through and browned, about 5 minutes. Remove chicken to paper towels.
• Pour chicken broth into the skillet. Then stir in asparagus, garlic, and a pinch more garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Cover, and steam until the asparagus is just tender, about 5 to 10 minutes. Return chicken to the skillet, and warm through.
• Stir chicken mixture into pasta, and mix well. Let sit about 5 minutes. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons olive oil, stir again, then sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

CHICKEN PENNE (LOW-FAT)

Steps:

• Cook pasta according to package directions without salt or fat.
• Drain and rinse with cold water; set aside.
• Spray a large skillet with olive oil cooking spray.
• Saute onion, green pepper and garlic 5 minutes or until onion is clear.
• Add next 6 ingredients.
• Bring to a boil.
• Reduce heat and simmer 5-6 minutes or until chicken is done.
• Place pasta in a large serving bowl.
• Add chicken mixture and toss with cheese.