Cheesy Broiled Chicken Penne with Spicy Garlic Alfredo

Ingredients

- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 16 ounces Alfredo sauce
- 12 ounces penne pasta
- 1 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 cup white cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 tablespoon Sriracha sauce
- 2 tablespoons chili crunch
- 1 cup peas, thawed
- 1 cup broccoli florets, steamed
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

1. Cook Pasta:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 12 ounces of penne pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Time: PT10M

2. Prepare Chicken:
- In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the cubed chicken and season with salt and pepper. Cook until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through, approximately 8 to 10 minutes.
- Add minced garlic to the pan and sauté for an additional 1 minute until fragrant. Set cooked chicken aside.
- Time: PT10M

3. Prepare Alfredo Sauce:
- In the same skillet, reduce the heat to low and pour in 16 ounces of Alfredo sauce. Stir in 1 tablespoon of Sriracha sauce and 2 tablespoons of chili crunch, mixing until the sauce is well combined and heated through.
- Time: PT5M

4. Combine Ingredients:
- Add cooked penne pasta, chicken, 1 cup of peas, 1 cup of steamed broccoli, and 2 cups of fresh spinach into the skillet. Stir gently until everything is coated evenly with the sauce.
- Add 1 cup of grated parmesan and 1 cup of shredded white cheddar, stirring until cheese is melted and integrated into the sauce.
- Time: PT5M

5. Broil Dish:
- Preheat broiler to high.
- Transfer the pasta mixture into an oven-safe baking dish.
- Place under the broiler for about 3 to 5 minutes, or until the top is bubbly and slightly golden brown. Watch carefully to prevent burning.
- Time: PT5M

6. Serve:
- Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly.
- Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired, before serving. Enjoy your gourmet dinner!
- Time: PT2M

Preparation & Cooking Times

Preparation Time: PT10M
Cooking Time: PT25M

Total Time

PT35M
35 minutes

Type of Dish

Dinner

Keywords

Chicken Alfredo, Broiled Penne, Garlic Alfredo Sauce, Spicy Chicken Pasta, Cheesy Pasta Bake, Broccoli Alfredo, Sriracha Pasta, Chili Crunch, Spinach Alfredo, Dinner Recipe

Recipe Yield

Feeds 4 adults

Calories

Total: 2,400 calories

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