CHICKEN AND PASTA WITH GARLIC SAUCE

Chicken and Pasta with Garlic Sauce image

This creamy chicken and pasta medley is ready in minutes. "The recipe was given to me by a friend and my kids consider it a treat," relates Sharon Hamlin of Kirkville, New York.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)
2 tablespoons canola oil
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
4 medium zucchini, cut into 1/4-inch slices
3 tablespoons chopped onion
SAUCE:
2 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1-1/2 teaspoons minced garlic
1-1/4 cups water
2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules
4 ounces cream cheese, cubed
Hot cooked pasta

Steps:

In a large skillet, cook chicken in oil and butter over medium heat for 8-9 minutes on each side or until juices run clear. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Remove chicken and keep warm. In the same skillet, saute zucchini and onion for 4-5 minutes or until tender. , Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, melt butter. Stir in flour and garlic until blended. Gradually add water and bouillon. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat; add cream cheese. Stir until blended and heated through. Serve with chicken, vegetables and pasta.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 400 calories, Fat 23g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 134mg cholesterol, Sodium 690mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 38g protein.