Terri’s (Almost) Famous Clean-Out-The-Veggie-Drawer Pasta Primav
🕒 Total Time: 30 minutes
🍽️ Servings: 4
Description:
No creamy sauces to weigh this one down, this is my own creation, perfected over time. It’s easy, it’s quick, and the secret ingredient makes it all taste wonderful! Cleans out that veggie drawer, too! 😮
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 2 tbsp | Olive oil |
| 3/4 lb | Boneless chicken breast |
| 4 tbsp | Butter |
| 4 cloves | Garlic cloves |
| 3/4 cup | Mozzarella cheese |
| 1/4 cup | Parmesan cheese |
| 1 | Bell pepper |
| 1/2 | Onion |
| 2 | Tomatoes |
| 1 lb | Cooked pasta |
Instructions:
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Heat olive oil in a large saute pan over medium heat.
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Add chicken (if using) and 3 cloves of pressed garlic, sauteing until the chicken is no longer pink, ensuring it’s cooked through.
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Introduce butter into the pan, then add all chopped veggies, including 1 clove of minced garlic, and sprinkle with McCormick spice.
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Cook and stir for about 5-7 minutes more, ensuring the veggies are cooked but still crisp.
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Incorporate the cooked pasta into the pan with the veggies and chicken, stirring well to combine. Heat until the pasta is warmed through, approximately 2 minutes.
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Add both mozzarella and parmesan cheeses to the mixture, stirring until the cheeses are melted and evenly distributed throughout.
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Finally, gently fold in the tomatoes last, ensuring not to cook them. Remove the pan from the heat to preserve the fresh taste of the tomatoes.
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Serve the pasta primav hot, ideally accompanied by garlic toast for an extra burst of flavor.
Nutrition Facts (per serving):
- Calories: 449.4
- Fat Content: 25.9g
- Saturated Fat Content: 12.2g
- Cholesterol Content: 52.6mg
- Sodium Content: 312.6mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 44.7g
- Fiber Content: 7.7g
- Sugar Content: 2.4g
- Protein Content: 11.7g
This vibrant and flavorful pasta primav is the perfect solution for busy weeknights or any time you want a satisfying meal that’s both delicious and nutritious. Plus, it’s a great way to use up those extra veggies lurking in your refrigerator! Enjoy Terri’s (Almost) Famous creation and savor every bite! 🍝🥦🍅
