THAI CHICKEN FETTUCCINE

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Salsa and peanut butter make a taste-tempting pair in this unique chicken recipe from Michelle Van Loon of Gurnee, Illinois. "Its innovative flavor combination, fresh taste and ease of preparation will bowl you over," says Michelle.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 cup salsa
1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
2 tablespoons orange juice
2 tablespoons honey
1 teaspoon soy sauce
8 ounces uncooked fettuccine
3/4 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 medium sweet red pepper, julienned
1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro

Steps:

For sauce, in a microwave-safe bowl, combine the first five ingredients. Cover and microwave on high for 1 minute; stir. Set aside. , Cook fettuccine according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook chicken in oil over medium heat for 3-5 minutes or until chicken juices run clear. Add red pepper; cook and stir until crisp-tender. , Drain fettuccine; top with chicken mixture and sauce. Sprinkle with cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 476 calories, Fat 15g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 47mg cholesterol, Sodium 492mg sodium, Carbohydrate 56g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 29g protein.