Hunts(R) Lemon Tomato Chicken Pasta |
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Prep Time: 30 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 30 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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Lemon and fresh basil complement tomatoes in this chicken and pasta dish. Ingredients:
8 ounces dry cavatappi or rotini pasta, uncooked |
1 tablespoon olive oil |
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces |
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped |
1 (14.5 ounce) can hunt's® petite diced tomatoes, undrained |
1 (8 ounce) can hunt's® tomato sauce |
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice |
1/2 cup soft cream cheese spread |
1 (.75 ounce) package fresh basil, coarsely chopped |
1/4 teaspoon shredded lemon peel |
cracked black pepper (optional) |
Directions:
1. Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting salt. Meanwhile, heat oil in large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add chicken and garlic; cook 4 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink, stirring occasionally. Remove from skillet; keep warm.
2. Stir together undrained tomatoes, tomato sauce and lemon juice in same skillet; bring to a boil. Add cream cheese; stir until cream cheese is melted completely. Simmer 2 to 3 minutes to thicken slightly.
3. Drain pasta. Add to sauce in skillet; stir to coat. Stir in chicken, basil and lemon peel. Sprinkle with pepper, if desired.
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