Creamy Herbed Chicken Pasta

Portion Size: 1 1/2 cups; Approx. 3 oz. chicken with sauce, ½ cup pasta, ½ cup vegetable sauce mixture

Ingredients: Yields: 8 servings

Ingredients Notes: 
1 package (16-ounces) whole wheat bow-tie pasta
2 tablespoons oil
(2 ½ pounds) boneless skinless chicken breastsSliced.
1 large red onionWashed, peeled and sliced.
1 package (16 ounce) frozen green peasThawed and drained.
2 yellow or red peppersWash, trim and cut into strips.
1 cup reduced sodium chicken broth
1 (16-oz.) reduced fat soft cream cheese with garlic and herbs
1/4 teaspoon pepper
For gluten free (GF): Use GF broth and GF pasta. Always check each ingredient to be sure it is gluten free.

Directions:

Steps:Directions: Critical Control Point /Quality Assurance
1Cook pasta in  boiling water according to package directions; drain.
2Meanwhile, heat oil in large skillet over medium to high heat.  Add chicken and onion; stir fry 3 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink in center. Remove chicken and set asideCook until internal temperature reaches 165°F. 
3Add peas and yellow pepper; stir fry 4 minutes.  Reduce heat to medium.
4Stir in broth and cream cheese.  Cook, stirring constantly, until cream cheese is melted.
5Combine pasta and peas mixture in serving bowl; mix lightly.  Season with salt and black pepper. Top with chicken

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