Make-It Monday

We had this for dinner last night, and I really like it. I have made it once before. This time, I used frozen broccoli because I didn't have fresh, and it was just as good. I cooked it in the microwave beforehand, and then just added it to the mix at the end.

Fresh Broccoli & Chicken Pasta Toss

prep time: 10 min

total time: 25 min 

Serves: 4 servings, 1-1/2 cups (375 mL) each

recipe by: kraft

Ingredients:

2-1/2 cups whole wheat penne pasta, uncooked

3 cups fresh broccoli florets

1/4 cup Kraft Calorie-Wise Zesty Italian Dressing

1/2 lb. (225 g) boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces

3 cloves garlic, minced

2 cups tomato-basil pasta sauce

1 cup Kraft Part Skim Mozzarella Shredded Cheese

Directions:

COOK pasta in large saucepan as directed on package, adding broccoli to the boiling water the last 3 min.

MEANWHILE, heat dressing in large nonstick skillet on medium heat. Add chicken and garlic; cook 5 min. or until chicken is no longer pink, stirring occasionally. Stir in pasta sauce; cook 5 min. or until chicken is done, stirring occasionally.

DRAIN pasta mixture; return to pan. Add chicken mixture; mix lightly. Top with cheese.

nutritional information 

serving size = 1-1/2 cups (375 mL)

per serving 410 Calories