Contributed By: DCC
Dairy Council of California
A filling weeknight dinner
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Total Preparation Time: 15 to 30 minutes
Ingredients: Chicken & Turkey
Rice, Pasta & Bread
Actual Cooking Time: 15 to 30 minutes
Number of Servings: 6
Origin: Italian
Special Features: Quick to Prepare (under 30 minutes)
Nutrition Content: Good Source of Calcium
High Fiber
Meal Type: Entree
Ingredients
6 slices Bacon
6 Boneless skinless chicken breast halves (about 1 1/2 pounds)
1 cup Thinly sliced carrots
1 clove Garlic, finely chopped
1 (26-ounce) jar Tomato & basil pasta sauce
1 (1-pound) package Spaghetti
2 tbsp Olive or vegetable oil
Preparation
In large skillet, cook bacon until crisp. Reserve 2 tablespoons drippings; drain and crumble bacon. In same skillet, brown chicken in reserved 2 tablespoons drippings; remove. Add carrots and garlic; cook and stir until tender-crisp. Add pasta sauce and chicken. Simmer, uncovered, 10 to 15 minutes or until chicken is tender. Meanwhile, cook spaghetti according to package directions; drain. Toss with oil. Slice chicken; serve on hot cooked spaghetti tossed with sauce. Garnish with crumbled bacon. Refrigerate leftovers.
Cook's Notes
Nutrition Information
Calories: 808
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Total Fat: 36 g
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Saturated Fat: 9 g
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Polyunsaturated Fat: 2 g
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Carbohydrates: 87 g
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Protein: 30 g
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Vitamin A: 3691 IU
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Vitamin C: 17 mg
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Calcium: 105 mg
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Sodium: 1196 mg
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Iron: 4.4 mg
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Fiber: 6 g