ROASTED PEPPER CHICKEN PENNE

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My husband calls me an aerobic cook because I can make this Italian dish in just 30 minutes. No one will accuse you of cutting corners. It tastes like it's been simmering deliciously for hours. -Regina Cowles, Boulder, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch strips
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1 package (16 ounces) penne pasta
1 medium onion, sliced
3 garlic cloves, sliced
1/4 cup olive oil
1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
1 cup julienned roasted sweet red peppers
1 cup chicken broth
3 teaspoons Italian seasoning
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

Place chicken in a large resealable plastic bag; add vinegar. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 15 minutes., Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute onion and garlic in oil for 1 minute. Drain and discard vinegar. Add chicken to skillet; cook for 4-5 minutes or until meat is no longer pink., Stir in the tomatoes, red peppers, broth, Italian seasoning and salt. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir for 4-5 minutes or until heated through. Drain pasta; toss with chicken mixture. Sprinkle with cheese.,

Nutrition Facts : Calories 424 calories, Fat 12g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 39mg cholesterol, Sodium 641mg sodium, Carbohydrate 53g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 25g protein.