Creamy Tomato-Basil Pasta With Chicken
This creamy chicken pasta casserole would be perfect for those nights when you don't have a lot of time, but need something filling to feed the family.
Recipe Summary Creamy Tomato-Basil Pasta With Chicken
A few fresh ingredients transform chicken and pasta into this simple and creamy flavor-filled dish.
Ingredients | Easy Creamy Chicken Pasta Recipes3 cups penne pasta, uncooked¼ cup KRAFT Sun-Dried Tomato Vinaigrette Dressing4 (4 ounce) boneless, skinless chicken breasts1 cup fat-free, reduced-sodium chicken broth½ teaspoon garlic powder½ teaspoon black pepper4 ounces PHILADELPHIA Neufchatel cheese, cubed2 cups grape tomatoes½ cup KRAFT Shredded Parmesan Cheese8 fresh basil leaves, cut into stripsDirectionsCook pasta as directed on package. Meanwhile, heat 2 Tbsp. dressing in large skillet on medium heat. Add chicken; cover. Cook 5 to 6 min. on each side or until done (165 degrees F). Remove chicken from skillet; cover to keep warm. Carefully wipe out skillet with paper towel.Add remaining dressing, broth and seasonings to skillet; cook 3 to 4 min. or until heated through. Add Neufchatel; cook and stir 2 to 3 min. or until Neufchatel is melted. Stir in tomatoes; cook 3 min.Drain pasta. Add to ingredients in skillet with Parmesan and basil; mix well. Serve topped with chicken.Serving Suggestion: Serve with a crisp tossed green salad.Variation: Substitute 1 lb. uncooked deveined peeled medium shrimp for the chicken, cooking shrimp in the dressing 5 to 6 min. or until shrimp turn pink, stirring frequently. Remove shrimp from skillet; cover to keep warm. Wipe out skillet, then continue as directed.Info | Easy Creamy Chicken Pasta Recipesprep:
30 mins
total:
30 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 servings
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