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Chicken: Angel Hair Pasta Chicken

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Angel Hair Pasta Chicken

Sauteed chicken breast stir fried with carrots, broccoli and garlic then simmered in broth with basil and Parmesan cheese. This mixture tops a bed of angel hair pasta for a springtime favorite.

Prep Time: 10 Minutes...Cook Time: 20 Minutes...Ready In: 30 Minutes

WW Points
Makes: 6 servings


2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cubed
12 ounces angel hair pasta
1 carrot, sliced diagonally into 1/4 inch thick slices
1 (10 ounce) package frozen broccoli florets, thawed
2 cloves garlic, minced
2/3 cup chicken broth
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add chicken and saute for 5 to 7 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through (no longer pink). Remove from skillet and drain on paper towels.

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 2 to 4 minutes, or until al dente; drain and set aside.

While pasta is cooking, heat 2nd tablespoon oil over medium heat in same skillet used for chicken. Stir fry carrots for about 4 minutes, then add broccoli and garlic and stir fry for another 2 minutes. Finally, stir in broth, basil and cheese and return chicken to skillet. Reduce heat to low and simmer for about 4 minutes.

Place drained pasta in a large serving bowl. Top with chicken/vegetable mixture and serve immediately.

One serving equals: Calories: 288...Total Fat: 8.9g...Cholesterol: 27mg...Sodium: 338mg...Total Carbs: 34.7g...Dietary Fiber: 3.8g...Protein: 18.2g ++++ WWP: 6