leftover chicken & creamy pasta primavera
At least once a week I pre-plan & cook meals that I freeze. I always have leftover chicken. This is a quick & yummy recipe I pull out of my "Second Round Recipe" pack. Great way of using up any leftovers.
prep time
15 Min
cook time
30 Min
method
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yield
6
Ingredients
- 3 cups penne pasta, uncooked
- 2 tablespoons zesty italian dressing
- 1 1/2 pounds chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
- 2 small zucchini, cut into bite size pieces
- 1 1/2 cups aspaeagus, fresh & inch cut up
- 1 small red pepper
- 1 cup chicken broth, low salt
- 4 ounces philly neufchatel cheese, cubed
- 1/4 cup parmesan cheese,grated
How To Make leftover chicken & creamy pasta primavera
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Step 1Cook the pasta in a large saucepan as directed.
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Step 2Heat the dressing in a large skillet or frying pan over medium heat. Add in the chicken & veggies. Cook for about 10to 12 mins or until the chicken is done. Make sure to stir frequemntly.
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Step 3Add in the broth & Neufchatel cheese. Cook for 1 min longer or until the cheese has melted. Also make sure to stir constantly. Stir in the Parmesan cheese.
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Step 4Drain the pasta, return to the pan. Add in the chicken mixture & mix lightly. Cook for 1 min more or until heated all the way through.
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Step 5Note: The sauce will thicken upon standing.
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