SZECHUAN CHICKEN WITH PASTA

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All the delicious Szechuan flavors combined into an easy, one-dish meal. This version combines it with angelhair pasta, but you could choose an Asian noodle of your liking. Based on a Paula Deen recipe.

Provided by Kathy D

Categories     Pasta

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 Tbsp dark sesame oil
1/4 c chili-garlic sauce, divided
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
1 lb angelhair pasta
1 1/2 lb broccoli crowns, cut into florets
1 red bell pepper, cut into 1/2 inch strips
1 yellow bell pepper, cut into 1/2 inch strips
12 green onions, chopped
2 clove garlic, minced
1/4 c soy sauce (i always use low-sodium)
1 1/2 tsp fresh ginger, minced

Steps:

  • 1. Heat oil and 2 T. of the chili-garlic sauce in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • 2. Add the chicken and cook for about 4 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
  • 3. Meanwhile, bring a pot of water to boil and cook your pasta according to package directions and drain.
  • 4. Remove chicken from the pan and cut into strips.
  • 5. Add the broccoli, bell peppers, green onions, garlic and the remaining chili-garlic sauce, soy sauce and ginger to the skillet. Cook the veggies, stirring, until they are crispy-tender.
  • 6. Add the chicken strips back to the skillet with the veggies and cook until heated through.
  • 7. Serve over cooked pasta and enjoy!

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