Lemony Chicken and Bow Tie Pasta

We describe this pasta shape as bow ties, while Italians give it the more fanciful name of farfalle, or butterflies. It is available in two sizes. Use the larger size for this springtime entree of chicken and asparagus.

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ingredients 9
Prep Time 35 min
Total Time 35 min

Ingredients

4: oz. (2 cups) uncooked bow tie pasta (farfalle)

3/4: lb. fresh asparagus, trimmed, cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces (about 3 cups)

1: cup chicken broth

4: teaspoons cornstarch

2: teaspoons sugar

4: boneless skinless chicken breast halves, cut into thin bite-sized strips

1: medium yellow bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces

1/4: cup sliced green onions

1: teaspoon grated lemon peel

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Directions

1 Cook pasta to desired doneness as directed on package, adding asparagus during last 2 to 4 minutes of cooking time; cook until asparagus is crisp-tender. Drain; cover to keep warm.
2 Meanwhile, in small bowl, combine broth, cornstarch and sugar; blend well. Set aside.
3 Spray large nonstick skillet with nonstick cooking spray. Heat over medium-high heat until hot. Add chicken and bell pepper; cook 3 to 5 minutes or until chicken is lightly browned and no longer pink, stirring frequently.
4 Add cornstarch mixture to skillet; cook and stir just until mixture begins to thicken. Add cooked pasta and asparagus, onions and lemon peel; cook and stir until thoroughly heated. If desired, add salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition Information

NUTRITION INFORMATION PER SERVING

Serving Size: 1 1/2 Cups

Calories: 290
Calories from Fat: 35),

% Daily Value

Total Fat: 4g; 4%
(Saturated Fat 1g, 1% ),
Cholesterol: 75mg; 75%;
Sodium: 260mg; 260%;
Total Carbohydrate: 31g; 31%
(Dietary Fiber 3g 3% Sugars 5g 5% ),
Protein: 33g; 33%

% Daily Value*:

Vitamin A: 10%;
Vitamin C: 50%;
Calcium: 4%;
Iron: 15%;

Exchanges:

1 1/2 Starch; 1 1/2 Other Carbohydrate; 1 Vegetable; 4 Very Lean Meat;

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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jtinoco

report Posted Mar. 8, 2011 8:08 PM

theres a hint of lemon. theres a hint of sweetness. i didnt have green onion. dont know if that would change the taste. it took me about 30 minutes, i like to make sure my chicken is thoroughly cooked! i would recommend this!