GARDEN-FRESH PASTA TOSS

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Pasta mixed with fresh veggies like spinach, tomatoes and peppers, combined with chopped chicken, makes a great weeknight dinner idea.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories Home

Time 25m

Yield Makes 8 servings, about 2-1/2 cups each.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 lb. medium shell macaroni, uncooked
1-1/2 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
1 env. GOOD SEASONS Italian Dressing Mix
1/4 cup olive oil, divided
1 bag (6 oz.) baby spinach leaves
2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
2 medium yellow or orange peppers, coarsely chopped
1/2 cup KRAFT 100% Grated Three Cheese Blend

Steps:

Cook pasta as directed on package.
Meanwhile, sprinkle chicken with dressing mix; toss to coat. Heat 1 Tbsp. of the oil in large nonstick skillet. Add chicken; cook and stir 5 min. or until cooked through. Remove from heat; set aside until ready to use.
Drain pasta; place in large bowl. Add chicken and all remaining ingredients; mix lightly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 430, Fat 12 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Sodium 530 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 30 g