Penne ao Molho de Frango

Penne ao Molho de Frango is a delicious Brazilian pasta dish that combines tender chicken with a creamy sauce, making it a hearty and satisfying meal. With its rich flavors and high protein content, it's perfect for a nutritious lunch or dinner.

Ingredients

• Penne pasta - 200 grams
• Chicken breast - 250 grams, diced
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Onion - 1 medium, finely chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Tomato paste - 2 tablespoons
• Heavy cream - 100 ml
• Parmesan cheese - 50 grams, grated
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped

Steps

1. Cook the penne pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, sautéing until they are translucent.
3. Add the diced chicken breast to the skillet and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
4. Stir in the diced bell pepper and cook for another 2-3 minutes until slightly tender.
5. Add the tomato paste to the skillet and mix well, cooking for an additional 2 minutes.
6. Pour in the heavy cream and stir to combine, letting the sauce simmer for 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
7. Season the sauce with salt and black pepper to taste. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and well incorporated.
8. Add the cooked penne pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat the pasta evenly with the sauce.
9. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

• Calories: 620
• Protein: 38 g
• Carbs: 70 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 550 mg
• Cholesterol: 90 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 8 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High protein content supports muscle repair and growth.
• Contains healthy fats from olive oil, which can promote heart health.

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