Oven-Ready
Chicken Penne Rosa
with blistered tomatoes and spinach
Prep & Cook Time: 25-35 min.
Spice Level: Mild
Cook Within: 4 days
Contains: Milk, Wheat
- Calorie-Conscious
- Protein-Packed
Chef
Hannah Fenton
Still want the great flavors and delicious dinners you've come to expect from Home Chef, but a fraction of the time and barely any work? These oven-ready offerings were made with you in mind. Just follow the assembly instructions, pop it in the oven, and voila! It's like you worked over a hot stove for hours (we'll keep your secret.)
In Your Box (serves 2)
- 8 oz. Fully Cooked Seasoned Diced Chicken Breast
- 4 fl. oz. Cream Sauce Base
- 8 oz. Cooked Penne Pasta
- 4 oz. Grape Tomatoes
- 2 oz. Baby Spinach
- 1 oz. Sun Dried Tomato Pesto
- 1 oz. Grated Parmesan Cheese
- ½ tsp. Lemon N Herb Seasoning
- ¼ tsp. Red Pepper Flakes
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Nutrition (per serving)
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Calories510
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Carbohydrates47g
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Net Carbs42g
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Fat20g
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Protein35g
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Sodium1360mg
Recipe Steps
You Will Need
- Olive Oil
- Salt
Before You Cook
Cooking Guidelines
To ensure food safety, the FDA recommends the following as minimum internal cooking temperatures:
- Steak and Pork 145° F (rest cooked meat, 3 minutes) |
- Seafood 145° F |
- Chicken 165° F |
- Ground Beef 160° F |
- Ground Turkey 165° F |
- Ground Pork 160° F
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1 Start the Vegetables
Coarsely tear spinach.
Prick tomatoes all over with a fork. If you receive one whole tomato instead, not to worry; simply core tomato, cut into 1/2" dice, and proceed with recipe instructions.Combine tomatoes and spinach in provided tray and toss with 1 tsp. olive oil and a pinch of salt. Spread into an even layer.Bake uncovered in hot oven, 5 minutes.While vegetables bake, continue recipe. -
2 Add the Chicken and Pasta
Drain chicken, pat dry, and separate pieces.
After 5 minutes, carefully remove tray from oven and gently smash tomatoes with a fork.Stir in cream base, pesto, 3/4 the cheese (reserve remaining for garnish), chicken, pasta, lemon n herb seasoning, red pepper flakes (to taste), and a pinch of salt until combined. Spread into an even layer. Tray will be hot! Use a utensil/caution. -
3 Finish the Meal
Cover tray with foil.
Bake covered in hot oven until chicken and pasta are heated through, 12-15 minutes.Carefully remove from oven and stir to combine. Tray will be hot! Use a utensil.To serve, top pasta with remaining cheese. Bon appétit!
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