Chicken and Broccoli Pasta (meatless)

Portion Size: 1 ½  cup (approx. ½ c. chicken, ½ c. pasta and ½ c. vegetables)

Ingredients: Yields: 8 servings

Ingredients Notes: 
1 pound bow tie pastaFor vegan: use vegan pasta
2 tablespoons oil
2 cups Broccoli floweretsWash, trim and slice
2 cups carrots, cut into thin stripsWash, peel and cut into thin strips
3 green onions, cut diagonally into pieces Wash, trim and cut into small slices. (including tops)
1 cup cherry tomatoes Wash, trim and quartered.
2 lbs. meatless chicken pieces
1 teaspoon dried basil 
1/4 cup Italian dressing For vegan: Use vegan dressing
½ cup Parmesan cheeseFor vegan: Use vegan parmesan cheese

Directions

Steps:Directions: Critical Control Point /Quality Assurance
1Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain.
2Place oil in large skill and stir fry broccoli and carrots until tender. Add chicken and heat through. Cook until internal temperature reaches 145°F. 
3In a large bowl combine remaining ingredients. 
4Toss to coat.
5Chill and serve. 

Jacqueline Larson M.S., R.D.N. and Associates