Italian Chicken Penne Pasta

Italian seasoning adds a new layer of flavor and spice to this 20-minute traditional penne pasta dish. Adding chicken and Parmesan cheese makes it flavorful.

Italian seasoning adds a new layer of flavor and spice to this 20-minute traditional penne pasta dish. Adding chicken and Parmesan cheese makes it flavorful.

Italian Chicken Penne Pasta

Prep Time
5

MINUTES

5 minutes
Cook Time
15

MINUTES

15 minutes
Serves
6

Calories
500

  • Calories500
  • Total Fat11 g
  • Cholesterol75 mg
  • Sodium740 mg
  • Total Carbohydrate60 g
  • Protein39 g

Ingredients

  • 6 Fresh Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts, diced

  • 1 box penne pasta, 16 oz.

  • 2 tablespoons Italian seasoning, divided

  • 1 salt and pepper, to taste

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • 32 ounces marinara sauce

  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, shaved

Cooking Instructions

  • Prepare pasta according to package directions. Drain, set aside and keep warm.
  • While pasta is cooking, sprinkle chicken with 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning, salt and pepper.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken, stirring often for 4-5 minutes, or until lightly browned.
  • Turn heat to medium-low. Add sauce and remaining seasoning. Heat 8-10 minutes, or until heated through and chicken is done.
  • Add pasta to sauce and warm through. Top with shaved Parmesan cheese.