CHICKEN AND PASTA FRESCA

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Looking for a hearty dinner? Then check out this cheesy pasta and chicken recipe that is ready in 20 minutes - perfect if you love an Italian cuisine.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 cups uncooked gemelli or rotini pasta (8 oz)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
1/2 cup balsamic vinaigrette dressing
2 large tomatoes, chopped (2 cups)
2 cups chopped deli rotisserie chicken (from 2 lb-chicken)
1 bag (6 oz) fresh baby spinach leaves
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese (2 oz)

Steps:

  • Cook and drain pasta as directed on package.
  • Meanwhile, in 12-inch nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Cook onion in oil about 2 minutes, stirring frequently. Add dressing, tomatoes and chicken. Cook 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until hot. Stir in spinach; cook 1 to 2 minutes or until spinach starts to wilt.
  • In large serving bowl, toss pasta with chicken mixture. Top with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 600, Carbohydrate 56 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 5 g, Protein 33 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 760 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 0 g

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