Mexican Chicken Penne Recipes

MEXICAN-STYLE CHICKEN WITH PENNE

Steps:

• Bring a large pot of salted water to boil.Add the penne and cook till al dente - drain.
• Meanwhile, in a large deep skillet, heat 3 tablespoons olive oil. Season the chicken with salt & pepper, add to skillet and cook until lightly browned.
• Add the onion and garlic and cook until the onion is softened and chicken is cooked through.
• Add the diced tomatoes, chipolte and adobo sauce and cook until heated through.
• Add the corn, season with salt & pepper and cook until the corn is heated through.
• Add the penne and the remaining two tablespoons of olive oil to the sauce and toss to coat. Add one cup of the queso blanco and toss.
• Transfer pasta to bowls - sprinkle with the remaining cheese and cilantro and serve.

CHICKEN PENNE ARMADILLO GRILL

Steps:

• Preheat broiler and place chicken breasts and red pepper strips to baking sheet, sprinkle with cayene; broil until golden brown (about 20 minutes); set aside, and slice chicken in diagonal pieces.
• Begin cooking pasta until al dente.
• In a saucepan, heat oil and saute' onion and garlic.
• Deglaze pan with white wine and reduce liquid, adding tomatoes & cook 3-4 minutes.
• Then add pesto, cream and seasonings, stir until fully incorporated.
• Add drained pasta to sauce and toss, then divide mixture among 4 warm plates and top each with chicken slices and red peppers.
• Garnish with Parmesan and fresh basil leaves.

MEXICAN PENNE WITH CHICKEN THIGHS RECIPE - (4.4/5)

Steps:

• 1. Cook pasta according to package directions. 2. Meanwhile, cut chicken thighs into bite-size pieces. Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken; cook, stirring constantly, 4 to 5 minutes. Add garlic; cook until chicken is done. 3. Stir in flour. Gradually pour in broth and milk, stirring constantly. Add salsa and cream cheese. Cook, stirring, until cream cheese is melted and smooth. 4. Toss with pasta before serving. navywifecook.com