Penne Gorgonzola with Chicken Recipe

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The winner of America's Best Loved Recipe Contest, this rich, creamy pasta dish is a snap to throw together for a weeknight meal but special enough for company. You can substitute another cheese for the Gorgonzola if you like. —George Schroeder, Port Murray, New Jersey

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Penne Gorgonzola with Chicken Recipe
  • Prep/Total Time: 30 min.
  • Yield: 8 Servings
15 15 30

Ingredients

  • 1 package (16 ounces) penne pasta
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 large garlic clove, minced
  • 1/4 cup white wine
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth
  • 2 cups (8 ounces) crumbled Gorgonzola cheese
  • 6 to 8 fresh sage leaves, thinly sliced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese and minced fresh parsley

Directions

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet over medium heat, brown chicken in oil on all sides. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Add wine, stirring to loosen browned bits from pan.
  • Add cream and broth; cook until sauce is slightly thickened and chicken is no longer pink. Stir in the Gorgonzola cheese, sage, salt and pepper; cook just until cheese is melted.
  • Drain pasta; toss with sauce. Sprinkle with Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese and parsley. Yield: 8 servings.

Nutritional Facts 1-1/4 cups (calculated without Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese) equals 489 calories, 23 g fat (14 g saturated fat), 97 mg cholesterol, 453 mg sodium, 43 g carbohydrate, 3 g fiber, 26 g protein.

Originally published as Penne Gorgonzola with Chicken in America's Best-Loved Recipe Contest July 2008

Full-Bodied White Wine

Enjoy this recipe with a full-bodied white wine such as Chardonnay or Viognier.

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Reviewed on Apr. 22, 2013 by Xou812x

This was pretty good, but I think next time, I will put half the cheese in and double the wine

Reviewed on Mar. 04, 2013 by bbeese

Truly, this recipe is nothing more than a glorified mac & cheese, with chicken added! It is flavorful. I used more wine instead of chicken broth. I wasn't going to open a can of chicken broth for only 1/4 cup! That's just wasteful! The recipe was worth a try, but I would not make it again.

Reviewed on Jan. 24, 2013 by jen5488

Absolutely amazing. Love this recipe as does my entire family, even the kids. Made it as-is with no changes or substitutions -there's no need tweak this one. Delicious beyond measure. Don't skip the pamigianno-reggiano cheese, it's more expensive but is an incredible final touch. Warm up some garlic bread and toss a salad and you'll impress anyone at your table.

Reviewed on Jan. 22, 2013 by AngelPuppy

My husband is a blue cheese fan, so I was thrilled to find this recipe! It's delicious!

Reviewed on Dec. 17, 2012 by Cindy7106

I have made this many times and it's always wonderful. Does not do well as a leftover, though, even with extra cream added when re-warming.

Reviewed on Nov. 13, 2012 by tlanave1019

My fiancee and I make a new rush for dinner every Monday and are we glad we chose this one. Absolutely delicious! We changed things up a bit and used Goat cheese instead...another great choice! Plus we made garlic bread. This dish is simple and very yummy. Its a little on the heavier side but its such a treat!

Reviewed on Nov. 13, 2012 by tlanave1019

My fiancee and I make a new rush for dinner every Monday and are we glad we chose this one. Absolutely delicious! We changed things up a bit and used Goat cheese instead...another great choice! Plus we made garlic bread. This dish is simple and very yummy. Its a little on the heavier side but is such a treat!

Reviewed on Oct. 24, 2012 by tksgroupie

This recipe is a favorite with my husband & son. Super flavorful! Very easy to make. Always a hit!!!

Reviewed on Oct. 24, 2012 by tksgroupie

This recipe is a favorite with my husband & son. Super flavorful! Very easy to make. Always a hit!!!

Reviewed on Oct. 08, 2012 by maddyf61

My husband and son loved this. Could not find gorgonzola cheese here so I used mozarella instead. Had great flavor. On my favorite recipe list.

 
 

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