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Once the chicken is prepped, drizzling some oil over the pieces is the next step. Ensure that you rub the oil into the chicken thoroughly. Then comes the fun part—seasoning. A combination of onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, Creole seasoning, Italian seasoning, and ground black pepper creates a robust flavor profile. Keep a small portion of the spices set aside to use later when making the creamy sauce.
Boiling the Pasta
With the chicken marinating, it's time to focus on the pasta. Bring a pot of water to a rolling boil and add a box of penne pasta along with salt and chicken bouillon. Stir it well to prevent sticking, cover the pot, and let it boil for about 7 to 10 minutes until it reaches al dente perfection.