GARLIC PENNE PASTA WITH GRILLED CHICKEN

Garlic Penne Pasta With Grilled Chicken image

Provided by kitchenhag

Time 1h

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast
1 lb penne pasta
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 garlic cloves
1 medium onion
1 medium green pepper
1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine
2 -4 tablespoons flour
2 cups milk (I use 2%)
1/4 cup parmesan cheese
salt and pepper
lemon zest
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)

Steps:

Cook 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast in 1 tbsp olive oil for 5-7 min or until almost done add ½ cup green pepper and ½ cup sweet onion. Cook until tender.
Cook 1 lb penne pasta.
Add chicken, green peppers and onions too Penni pasta.
Cook 1 stick of butter or margarine until melted, add 2 handfuls of flour to make a paste, cook approx 3-5 minute Add 2 cloves of garlic, minced; cook 3-5 min more. Add 2 cups of milk and bring to boil, stirring constantly. Cook until is consistency of a sauce for pasta, approx 10-15 min stirring frequently (I use a wire whisk).
Add pasta and chicken to sauce, add lemon zest, salt and pepper and a pinch of nutmeg.
Bake in a 375°F oven for 15 minute add ½ cup of Parmesan cheese and bake another 10-15 min covered.
I add grated cheese sometimes at the end of baking for a more cheesy taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 452, Fat 18.3, SaturatedFat 9.8, Cholesterol 74.7, Sodium 199.1, Carbohydrate 52, Fiber 6.8, Sugar 1, Protein 21.2