SPAGHETTI WITH LIME CHICKEN

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This was originally spaghetti with lemon chicken from the free gournet recipes site, but I can't leave a recipe alone and always have to add my own touches. Prep time and cook time approx. and doesn't include chicken cooking time.

Provided by chefpam

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 40m

Yield 6 , 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 tablespoons cornstarch
2 teaspoons salt
3 1/2 cups chicken broth
1 lb cooked chicken breast, cut into strips
3 tablespoons bottled lime juice (or fresh)
1 tablespoon cilantro (or parsley, to taste)
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
8 ounces spaghetti, cooked according to the package instructions
2 garlic cloves, minced

Steps:

  • *I cut the chicken into small bite sized pieces and then cook it in a pan sprayed with cooking spray or with a small amount of butter and lemon pepper. You can use chicken cooked in water and then use the broth from the chicken. Set aside.
  • In a medium sized bowl, combine cornstarch, broth, lime juice, mustard, garlic and salt. Mix well.
  • In a large skillet, cook cornstarch mixture until thickened. Add chicken strips. Cook until heated through. Sprinkle cilantro or parsley over top. Toss with cooked spaghetti.

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