Creamy Hero Noodle Penne with Seasoned Chicken

Ingredients

• 1 lb boneless chicken breast (cut into cubes)
• salt (to taste, for chicken)
• 1 tsp garlic powder (for chicken)
• 1 tsp black pepper (for chicken)
• 1 tsp paprika powder (for chicken)
• 0.5 tsp red chili flakes (for chicken)
• 0.5 tsp onion powder (for chicken)
• 2 tbsp oil (for marinating + more for cooking)
• 2 tbsp butter
• 8 oz hero noodles penne
• 0.5 yellow onion
• 4 fresh garlic (minced)
• salt (to taste, for pasta)
• 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper (for pasta)
• 1 tbsp garlic powder (for pasta)
• 0.5 tsp red chili flakes (for pasta)
• 1 tsp paprika powder (for pasta)
• 1 tsp oregano
• 1 tsp fresh parsley (finely chopped)
• 2 cup chicken broth
• 2 cup water
• 2 cup unsweetened heavy whipping cream
• 2 cup sharp cheddar cheese (freshly grated)
• 0.5 cup mozzarella cheese

Steps

1. 1

   In a bowl, combine the cubed chicken breast with salt, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp black pepper, 1 tsp paprika powder, 1/2 tsp red chili flakes, 1/2 tsp onion powder, and 2 tbsp of oil. Mix well to coat the chicken thoroughly.

2. 2

   Heat a large pan or skillet over medium-high heat with a little additional oil and 2 tbsp of butter.

3. 3

   Add the marinated chicken to the pan and cook until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.

4. 4

   In the same pan, add the 1/2 yellow onion and 4 cloves of minced fresh garlic. Sauté until fragrant and the onion is translucent.

5. 5

   Add the 8oz of hero noodles penne to the pan.

6. 6

   Season with salt, 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper, 1 tbsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp red chili flakes, 1 tsp paprika powder, 1 tsp oregano, and 1 tsp fresh parsley.

7. 7

   Pour in 2 cups of chicken broth and 2 cups of water.

8. 8

   Bring the liquid to a simmer and cook the pasta until it reaches your desired tenderness and the liquid has reduced.

9. 9

   Stir in 2 cups of heavy whipping cream.

10. 10

    Add 2 cups of freshly grated sharp cheddar cheese and 1/2 cup of mozzarella cheese. Stir until the cheese is melted and the sauce is creamy.

11. 11

    Add the cooked chicken back into the pan and toss to combine with the pasta and sauce before serving.

Notes

The source suggests this is a great meal prep option. Ensure you grate the cheddar cheese yourself for the best melting consistency.

Nutrition per serving

• main
• pasta
• chicken
• comfort food
• high fiber
• cheesy
• family-friendly
• meal prep