Creamy Pasta Primavera
30 Min(s)
30 Min(s) Prep
Healthy Living
Fresh zucchini and asparagus team up with penne pasta, chicken and two kinds of cheese for a delicious way to get some veggies on the table.
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6 servings
Original recipe yields 6 servings
3 cups penne pasta, uncooked
1-1/2 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
2 zucchini, cut into bite-size pieces
1-1/2 cups cut-up fresh asparagus spears (1-inch lengths)
1 red pepper, chopped
1 cup fat-free reduced-sodium chicken broth
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Let's Make It
1
Cook pasta in large saucepan as directed on package, omitting salt.
2
Meanwhile, heat dressing in large skillet on medium heat. Add chicken and vegetables; cook 10 to 12 min. or until chicken is done, stirring frequently. Add broth and Neufchatel; cook 1 min. or until Neufchatel is completely melted and sauce is well blended, stirring constantly. Stir in Parmesan.
3
Drain pasta; return to pan. Add chicken mixture; mix lightly. Cook 1 min. or until heated through. (Sauce will thicken upon standing.)
Kitchen Tips
Tip 1
How to Make it Meatless
Omit chicken. Prepare recipe as directed, cooking the vegetables until crisp-tender.
Tip 2
Special Extra
Sprinkle with 2 Tbsp. chopped fresh chives or basil just before serving.
Tip 3
Substitute
Prepare using any variety of whole wheat pasta. Or, prepare using 5 cups of whatever vegetables you have on hand.
Tip 4
Nutrition Bonus
This creamy, yet low-calorie, low-sodium and low-fat meal is an easy way to add vegetables to your family's diet.
Nutrition
Calories
420
Calories From Fat
0
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 10g
13%
Saturated Fat 4.5g
23%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 85mg
28%
Sodium 370mg
16%
Total Carbohydrates 45g
16%
Dietary Fiber 4g
14%
Sugars 5g
10%
Protein 36g
72%
Vitamin A
25%
Vitamin C
25%
Calcium
8%
Iron
20%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
servings
6 servings, 1-1/3 cups each
* Nutrition information is estimated based on the ingredients and cooking instructions as described in each recipe and is intended to be used for informational purposes only. Please note that nutrition details may vary based on methods of preparation, origin and freshness of ingredients used.
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asparagus
bell peppers
broth
cheese
chicken
chicken breasts-boneless
chicken broth or bouillon
cream cheese
cream cheese-reduced fat
dressing
dressing-reduced fat
KRAFT Dressing
KRAFT LIGHT Dressing
KRAFT Parmesan Cheese
meat
Neufchatel cheese
parmesan cheese
pasta
penne pasta
peppers
PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese
PHILADELPHIA Neufchatel Cheese
PHILADELPHIA Reduced Fat
red peppers
salad dressing
squash
vegetables
zucchini
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