Skinny Bride's Guide to Creamy Pasta Primavera
- Reviews 2
Ready In: 45 mins
Serves: 4-6
Yields: 1 pasta dish
Ingredients
- 3 cups penne pasta, uncooked
- 2 tablespoons light Italian dressing
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 1⁄2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch chunks
- 2 zucchini, cut into chunks
- 1 1⁄2 cups fresh asparagus, cut into one inch lengths
- 1 red pepper, chopped
- 1 cup reduced-sodium fat-free chicken broth
- 4 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese, cubed
- 1⁄4 cup grated parmesan cheese
Directions
- Cook pasta as directed on package.
- While the pasta is cooking, heat dressing in large skillet on medium heat.
- Add garlic, chicken and vegetables; cook 10 to 12 minutes or until chicken is cooked through, stirring frequently.
- Add broth and cream cheese; cook 1 minutes or until cheese is melted, stirring constantly.
- Add Parmesan cheese; mix well.
- Drain the pasta and return to pot.
- Add chicken and vegetable mixture; toss lightly. Cook 1 minute or until heated through.
- Sauce will thicken after standing.
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