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Penne With Chicken and Vegetables in Basil Sauce Recipe

Penne With Chicken and Vegetables in Basil Sauce Recipe

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Penne With Chicken and Vegetables in Basil Sauce

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Ingredients:

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1 bunch fresh basil, divided (about 1 cup packed)
1/2 cup chopped walnuts, divided
2/3 cup fat free chicken broth, divided
4 garlic cloves, peeled
12 oz penne pasta, uncooked (about 4 cups)
1 tbsp olive oil
3/4 lb boneless skinless chicken breast , cut into strips
2 cups broccoli florets
2 cups red peppers , strips ( about 2 small peppers)
2 tbsp balsamic vinegar

Directions:

CUT enough of the basil into thin slices to measure 2 tablespoons; set aside. Place remaining basil in blender container. Add 1/4 cup of the walnuts, 1/3 cup of the chicken broth and the garlic; cover. Blend 30 to 1 minute or until smooth.
COOK pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, heat oil in large skillet on medium-high heat. Add chicken, broccoli and peppers; cook and stir 5 minute or until chicken is lightly browned. Add remaining 1/3 cup broth; cook an additional 6 to 8 minute or until chicken is cooked through and vegetables are crisp-tender, stirring occasionally.
DRAIN pasta. Add to ingredients in skillet along with the basil sauce; stir until well blended. Drizzle with the vinegar; mix lightly. Sprinkle with the reserved sliced basil and remaining 1/4 cup walnuts.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	233.86 Kcal (979 kJ)
Calories from fat	114.6 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	12.73g	20%
Cholesterol	33.45mg	11%
Sodium	226.26mg	9%
Potassium	376.48mg	8%
Total Carbs	12.41g	4%
Sugars	3.65g	15%
Dietary Fiber	4.44g	18%
Protein	17.65g	35%
Vitamin C	59.4mg	99%
Iron	0.7mg	4%
Calcium	35.1mg	4%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	108.79 Kcal (455 kJ)
Calories from fat	53.31 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	5.92g	20%
Cholesterol	15.56mg	11%
Sodium	105.25mg	9%
Potassium	175.13mg	8%
Total Carbs	5.77g	4%
Sugars	1.7g	15%
Dietary Fiber	2.07g	18%
Protein	8.21g	35%
Vitamin C	27.6mg	99%
Iron	0.3mg	4%
Calcium	16.3mg	4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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