CREAMY CHICKEN & PASTA

Creamy Chicken & Pasta image

Provided by CookingONTheSide

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 ounces penne
3 small carrots, peeled and sliced into coins
2 cups broccoli florets
1 medium zucchini, sliced
1 cup frozen peas
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch pieces
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon canola oil
3/4 cup heavy cream
1 cup parmesan cheese, shredded
nutmeg, pinch

Steps:

Cook penne in boiling salted water for 12 minutes.
Add carrots, broccoli and zucchini for last 4 minutes of cooking pasta time.
Add peas during the last minute.
Drain; transfer to a large serving bowl.
Meanwhile, sprinkle chicken with 1/4 t salt and 1/8 t of the black pepper.
Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
Cook 8 minutes or until cooked through.
Add cream, cheese, the remaining 1/4 t salt and 1/8 t pepper and nutmeg to skillet.
Boil for 2 minutes, until thick.
Toss with pasta and vegetables.