Chicken Penne Pasta J Gilberts Restaurant Recipes

CHICKEN PENNE PASTA - J. GILBERT'S RESTAURANT

Steps:

• Preheat a grill and char the red peppers on all sides. Remove and place the peppers in a paper bag. Let the peppers stand in the closed bag for 20 minutes. Remove peppers from the bag, peel and seed. Use one pepper for the sauce and the other for garnish.
• Season the chicken breast with blackening spice. Place on the grill and cook both sides until juices run clear. Let the chicken cool. Slice into 1/4" slices. Set aside.
• Boil the pasta in salted water to tender. Rinse in cold water. Strain and lightly oil.
• Puree one roasted pepper, chicken stock, 2 t blackening seasoning or more to taste, and a pinch of salt in a blender. Remove and mix with the cream. Set aside.
• Heat 1/4 C olive oil over medium high heat and saute' garlic until tender - don't burn. Add snow peas, leeks and saute' tender. Add the blackened chicken and saute' 2 more minutes. Add the sauce, pasta, 1 C cheese and chopped cilantro. Cook to reduce sauce by 1/3. Serve with additional cheese, red peppers and cilantro as garnish.

RICK'S GRILLED CHICKEN PENNE PASTA

Steps:

• Sauté onions in olive oil until translucent.
• Add garlic and cook for one more minute.
• Add tomato, tomato sauce, tomato juice, black pepper, salt, basil, and parsley.
• Once sauce boils reduce to simmer and add grilled chicken.
• Simmer until pasta is cooked.
• Cook penne pasta in boiling, salted water.
• Strain pasta and add to sauce.
• Serve topped with Parmesan cheese.
• Notes:.
• Add red pepper flakes for arabiatta.
• Add oregano for a spicier version.

CHICKEN & CHEESE PENNE PASTA

Steps:

• Boil pasta as instructed on package.
• Mix half-and-half with butter and flour over medium heat.
• Add cheese, stir until melted, stir frequently.
• Add cooked, seasoned chicken and pasta.
• Bake in oven for 20-25 minutes.
• Chicken is seasoned to meet your taste.

CHICKEN PENNE PASTA WITH PINK SAUCE

Steps:

• Cook the pasta according to package directions; drain well.
• Return the pasta to the pot and set aside.
• Coat the chicken breasts with 1 tablespoon olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
• Place the chicken on a foil-lined baking sheet and bake in a preheated 350°oven for 15-20 minutes or until cooked through.
• Remove the pan from the oven and let the chicken cool.
• When it is cool enough to handle, dice the chicken and set aside.
• Coat a 9 x 13 inch casserole dish with cooking spray.
• In a large skillet over med-high heat, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil.
• Add the cooked chicken and garlic; cook, stirring, for 2 minutes.
• Add the prosciutto, green and yellow peppers, capers, and basil.
• Cooks, stirring frequently, for 2-3 minutes or until the peppers just start to soften.
• Add the chicken mixture to the reserved penne and mix well.
• Spread half of the mixture in prepared pan.
• In a bowl, combine the marinara and Alfredo sauces.
• Top the penne with 1 cup of sauce.
• Put the remaining penne mixture over the sauce, then add the remaining sauce.
• Sprinkle the top with Parmesan cheese.
• Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the cheese is melted and slightly browned and the casserole is heated through.
• Remove the pan from the oven and toss the pasta thoroughly.

CHICKEN PENNE PASTA

Steps:

• Heat a large non-stick frying pan to a medium heat and add the oil. Add the chicken and sear all over. Add the onion, and cook for a further minute, then ad the remaining chopped vegetables. Stir while cooking for another minute.
• Add the wine and simmer until reduced by a third. Then add the stock and cook uncovere for another 8 minutes, stirring from time to time, until the chicken and vegetables are tender. Lower the heat and stir in the cream, then ad the tarragon and season to taste.
• While the stew is cooking, make the pasta according to the packet instructions, then drain.
• Add the pasta to the warmed stew and stir all the ingredients together. Season to taste, and serve in warm dishes.

CHICKEN PENNE PASTA WITH BACON, MUSHROOMS, SCALLIONS AND PARMESA

Steps:

• Make a marinade with Vinaigrette, Cajun seasoning and lemon pepper. Marinate chicken breasts in this in plastic zipper bag for 2-3 hours.
• Saute your mushrooms in a small skillet with a touch of olive oil and salt and pepper. Set aside.
• Crisp bacon in small skillet, set aside to drain on paper towel.
• Preheat grill pan (or cast iron skillet) to medium high and sear chicken for 3 minutes per side, or until nicely brown. Place in 350 degree oven to finish cooking, maybe 15 minutes.
• While they cook prepare your cream sauce:.
• Melt butter in a 3-qt. saucepan over medium-high heat. Whisk in flour; cook, whisking constantly, 1 minute. Gradually whisk in milk. Bring to a boil, and cook, whisking constantly, 1 to 2 minutes or until thickened. Whisk in Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper.
• Cook pasta according to package directions and drain.
• Slice chicken and put all ingredients together on a plate. Enjoy!