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Penne With Leeks & Chicken

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This comforting Penne with Leeks and Chicken is a hearty, family-friendly meal that comes together in under an hour. Tender chicken breasts are simmered in a fragrant broth infused with garlic, basil, and oregano, then shredded for extra texture. The sauce is built by sauting sweet, sliced leeks until soft, thickening with a light flour roux, and finishing with crushed tomatoes and a splash of dry white wine. The result is a savory, slightly tangy, and deeply satisfying dish. Serve hot with a generous dusting of fresh Parmesan cheese. Perfect for weeknight dinners or chilly evenings, its simple enough for beginners yet flavorful enough to impress guests.
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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 4
Calories: 450
Description
This comforting Penne with Leeks and Chicken is a hearty, family-friendly meal that comes together in under an hour. Tender chicken breasts are simmered in a fragrant broth infused with garlic, basil, and oregano, then shredded for extra texture. The sauce is built by sauting sweet, sliced leeks until soft, thickening with a light flour roux, and finishing with crushed tomatoes and a splash of dry white wine. The result is a savory, slightly tangy, and deeply satisfying dish. Serve hot with a generous dusting of fresh Parmesan cheese. Perfect for weeknight dinners or chilly evenings, its simple enough for beginners yet flavorful enough to impress guests.
Ingredients
  • 1/4 cups Chablis or other dry white wine
  • 1 teaspoons Dried whole basil
  • 1 teaspoons Dried whole oregano
  • 1 large Garlic clove, thinly sliced
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) Low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 lbs Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons Olive oil
  • 4 cups Leeks, sliced (white and light green parts only)
  • 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
  • 5 cups Cooked penne pasta
  • 1/2 teaspoons Black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoons Salt
  • 1 can (28 oz) Whole tomatoes, undrained
  • 1/3 cups Grated fresh Parmesan cheese
Directions
  1. 1
    Combine wine, basil, oregano, bay leaf, garlic, and chicken broth in a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot.
  2. 2
    Bring the liquid to a boil over medium-high heat.
  3. 3
    Add chicken breasts to the pot, cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 15 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.
  4. 4
    Remove chicken from the pot and set aside to cool slightly.
  5. 5
    Strain the cooking liquid through a fine-mesh sieve, reserving 1 1/4 cups of the broth and discarding the solids.
  6. 6
    Shred the cooked chicken using two forks and set aside.
  7. 7
    Heat olive oil in the same Dutch oven over medium heat.
  8. 8
    Add sliced leeks and saut for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent.
  9. 9
    Sprinkle flour over the leeks and stir well to coat, cooking for 1 minute to remove the raw flour taste.
  10. 10
    Gradually whisk in the reserved 1 1/4 cups of broth.
  11. 11
    Cook, stirring constantly, for about 3 minutes until the sauce is thickened and bubbly.
  12. 12
    Stir in the shredded chicken, cooked penne, crushed tomatoes (with their juice), salt, and pepper.
  13. 13
    Simmer uncovered for 5 minutes to allow flavors to meld, stirring occasionally.
  14. 14
    Serve hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 450kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 12g19%
Saturated Fat 4g20%
Cholesterol 95mg32%
Sodium 550mg23%
Total Carbohydrate 45g15%
Dietary Fiber 4g16%
Sugars 6g
Protein 35g70%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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