louisiana chicken and pasta

Name: Louisiana Chicken and Pasta
Prep time: 35 min
Cook time: 35 min
Yield: 5
Ingredients: 2 cup(s) uncooked gemelli (pasta twists); 4 slice(s) bacon, cut into 1/2-inch pieces; 2 - boneless skinless chicken breast halves, cut into 1/2-1inch; 1 cup(s) diced green bell pepper; 1 medium onion, finely chopped (1/2 cup); 1 can(s) (15-oz.) can black-eyed peas or garbanzo beans, drained; 1/2 cup(s) chicken broth; 2 tablespoon(s) worcestershire sauce; 1/2 teaspoon(s) garlic-pepper blend; 1/2 teaspoon(s) dried thyme leaves; 1/8 teaspoon(s) ground red pepper (cayenne); 2 tablespoon(s) chopped fresh parsley, if desired

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NIKKI SMITH

HEMET, CA

Updated on Apr 17, 2011

This skillet dinner has it all - pasta, chicken, bacon and beans blended together to make a wonderful meal.

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prep time 35 Min

cook time 35 Min

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yield 5 serving(s)

Ingredients

2 cups uncooked gemelli (pasta twists)
4 slices bacon, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
2 - boneless skinless chicken breast halves, cut into 1/2-1inch
1 cup diced green bell pepper
1 medium onion, finely chopped (1/2 cup)
1 can (15-oz.) can black-eyed peas or garbanzo beans, drained
1/2 cup chicken broth
2 tablespoons worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon garlic-pepper blend
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, if desired

How To Make louisiana chicken and pasta

Step 1

Cook gemelli to desired doneness as directed on package. Drain; cover to keep warm.

Step 2

Meanwhile, cook bacon in large skillet over medium heat until crisp. Add chicken, bell pepper and onion; cook 4 to 6 minutes or until chicken is browned, stirring occasionally.
Step 3

Add all remaining ingredients except parsley; mix well. Reduce heat to medium-low; cover and cook until chicken is no longer pink in center, stirring occasionally. Stir in gemelli; cook and stir until thoroughly heated. Sprinkle with parsley.
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