Chicken Bolognese Penne Pasta

Ingredients

• 1 box penne pasta (Cook according to the package instructions; box size is not specified.)
• 800 g minced chicken (Minced beef may be used instead.)
• 4 tbsp fresh garlic (Freshly chopped.)
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 0.5 cup carrots (Diced.)
• 1 green capsicum
• 1 onion (Diced.)
• 1 cup pasta sauce
• 1 cup water
• salt (To taste.)
• 1 tbsp red chili flakes
• 1 tbsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp dried Italian herbs
• 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese (Use additional Parmesan for garnish.)
• basil and parsley (One handful, chopped; use basil in the pasta and basil and parsley as fresh herbs.)

Steps

1. 1

   Boil the penne pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set the cooked pasta aside.

2. 2

   Heat the olive oil in a pot over medium heat.

3. 3

   Add the chopped garlic, diced onion, diced carrots, and green capsicum to the hot oil.

4. 4

   Sauté the vegetables over medium heat for 4–5 minutes.

5. 5

   Add the minced chicken and sauté for an additional 5 minutes.

6. 6

   Add the salt, red chili flakes, black pepper, and dried Italian herbs.

7. 7

   Add the pasta sauce and stir to combine. Simmer for 2–3 minutes.

8. 8

   Add the Parmesan cheese and mix well.

9. 9

   Pour in the water and stir to combine.

10. 10

    Cover the pot and cook over medium heat until the chicken is fully cooked.

11. 11

    Add the boiled penne pasta and chopped basil. Mix well so the pasta is coated with the sauce.

12. 12

    Garnish with additional Parmesan cheese and serve.

Notes

The source does not specify the pasta box weight, the exact amount of fresh basil and parsley, or the time required for the chicken to finish cooking. If using minced chicken, ensure it is fully cooked before serving.

Nutrition per serving

• main
• pasta
• Italian-inspired
• chicken
• one-pot
• stovetop
• family-friendly