This creamy chicken and pasta medley is ready in minutes. “The recipe was given to me by a friend and my kids consider it a treat,“ relates Sharon Hamlin of Kirkville, New York.
Chicken and Pasta with Garlic Sauce
Chicken and Pasta with Garlic Sauce
Prep Time
5 min
Cook Time
25 min
Yield
6 servings
Ingredients
- 6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)
- 2 tablespoons canola oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 4 medium zucchini, cut into 1/4-inch slices
- 3 tablespoons chopped onion
- SAUCE:
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1-1/2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1-1/4 cups water
- 2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules
- 4 ounces cream cheese, cubed
- Hot cooked pasta
Directions
- In a large skillet, cook chicken in oil and butter over medium heat for 8-9 minutes on each side or until juices run clear. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Remove chicken and keep warm. In the same skillet, saute zucchini and onion for 4-5 minutes or until tender.
- Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, melt butter. Stir in flour and garlic until blended. Gradually add water and bouillon. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat; add cream cheese. Stir until blended and heated through. Serve with chicken, vegetables and pasta.
Nutrition Facts
1 serving: 400 calories, 23g fat (10g saturated fat), 134mg cholesterol, 690mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 38g protein.
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