Angel Hair Pasta with Chicken
Portion Size: 1 1/3 cup
Ingredients: Yields: 8 servings
| Ingredients | Notes: |
| 1-pound package of angel hair pasta | May use whole grain. |
| 2 tablespoons oil | |
| 1-pound chicken breast diced | |
| 1 large zucchini | Washed, halved and sliced |
| 1 large red bell pepper | Washed, halved and sliced |
| 1 teaspoon garlic powder | |
| 1 tablespoon basil | |
| ½ cup reduced fat parmesan cheese | Shredded |
| 2 large tomatoes | Washed, trimmed and chopped |
Directions:
| Steps: | Directions: | Critical Control Point /Quality Assurance |
| 1 | Cook pasta according to directions on package. Drain. | Cook until internal temperature reaches 135°F. |
| 2 | In a large pan saucepan, heat oil until hot. Cook chicken until no longer pink inside. Turning chicken once. Remove chicken from pan and keep warm. | Cook until internal temperature reaches 165°F. |
| 3 | Add zucchini, bell peppers and garlic. Cook until slightly tender, about 3 minutes. | |
| 4 | Add tomatoes and basil; mix well. | |
| 5 | Cook for 5 minutes. | |
| 6 | Toss vegetables with pasta. Garnish with parmesan cheese. Serve hot. |
Posted in Chicken Lunch Recipes, Side Dish
