BROCCOLI CHICKEN ALFREDO

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What a fast and simple weeknight supper! This lighter take on Alfredo pasta offers all the comforting flavor families long for-but in a reduced-fat meal. Broccoli and whole wheat pasta boost nutrition. Terrie Fontenot - Fresno, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

2 cups uncooked whole wheat penne pasta
3 cups frozen chopped broccoli
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup reduced-fat Alfredo sauce
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

Cook pasta according to package directions, adding the broccoli during the last 5 minutes of cooking., Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, saute chicken until lightly browned. Add garlic; saute 1-2 minutes longer or until chicken is no longer pink and garlic is tender., Drain pasta mixture; add to the pan. Stir in the Alfredo sauce, cheese and pepper; cook and stir until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 470 calories, Fat 11g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 92mg cholesterol, Sodium 599mg sodium, Carbohydrate 51g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 10g fiber), Protein 39g protein.