Hunt’sandreg; Lemon-Tomato Chicken Pasta

2018-09-08
  • Yield : 6 servings
  • Prep Time : 30m
  • Ready In : 30m
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Ingredients

  • 8 ounces dry cavatappi or rotini pasta, uncooked (8 oz = 2-1/2 cups)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
  • 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
  • 1 can (14.5 oz each) Hunt's(R) Petite Diced Tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 can (8 oz each) Hunt's(R) Tomato Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup soft cream cheese spread
  • 1 pkg (0.75 oz each) fresh basil, coarsely chopped (about 1/4 cup)
  • 1/4 teaspoon shredded lemon peel
  • Cracked black pepper, optional

Method

Step 1

Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting salt. Meanwhile, heat oil in large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add chicken and garlic; cook 4 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink, stirring occasionally. Remove from skillet; keep warm.

Step 2

Stir together undrained tomatoes, tomato sauce and lemon juice in same skillet; bring to a boil. Add cream cheese; stir until cream cheese is melted completely. Simmer 2 to 3 minutes to thicken slightly.

Step 3

Drain pasta. Add to sauce in skillet; stir to coat. Stir in chicken, basil and lemon peel. Sprinkle with pepper, if desired.

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