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Creamy Chicken Mushroom Penne

Contributed By: suchi
suchi

This delicious Italian recipe includes hearty pasta & loads of veggies in a rich white wine sauce. Serve with a Caesar salad & garlic bread to make it a complete meal.

Ingredients

10 oz. Penne pasta

1/2 lb. Chicken breast (cooked)

1 (14oz) can Cream of mushroom soup

1 cup Milk

1/2 cup White wine

2 Sp. Olive oil or cooking spray

1 clove Garlic

4 oz. Sliced mushrooms

1/2 cup Green peas

Salt & pepper

Preparation

Cook the pasta as directed. Slice the chicken breast into 1/2 inch small pieces. In a heavy pot, whisk the cream of mushroom soup with milk. Bring to boil, add wine & simmer until thick & creamy (about 5 minutes.) This will be the sauce. In a saute pan, add oil or cooking spray. Chop the garlic & cook it in the oil for 1 minute. Add the sliced mushrooms (add more cooking spray) & cook for about 10 minutes till tender. Add peas, salt & pepper.


Finally, bring pasta, chicken, sauce & veggies into one bowl. Mix well & serve hot.

Cook's Notes

Cooked Chicken breast
1/2 lb. Chicken breast (skinless, boneless)1/2 cup garlic & herb marinade (30 Minute Marinade)
Make punctures on the chicken with a knife. Rub the marinade into it & leave it for at least 1 hour. Grill on medium-high for 20 minutes OR bake in a 350 preheated oven for 30 minutes. Turn once & baste frequently.

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Recipe Details

Total Preparation Time: Less than 15 minutes
Ingredients: Chicken & Turkey
Actual Cooking Time: 15 to 30 minutes
Number of Servings: 4
Origin: Italian
Special Features: Quick to Prepare (under 30 minutes)
Nutrition Content: Good Source of Calcium
Meal Type: Entree

Nutrient Information

Calories: 535
Total Fat: 12 g
Saturated Fat: 4 g
Polyunsaturated Fat: 5 g
Carbohydrates: 68 g
Protein: 32 g
Vitamin A: 50 RE
Vitamin C: 9 mg
Calcium: 133 mg
Sodium: 911 mg
Iron: 4 mg
Fiber: 3 g