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Creamy Pasta Primavera

Prep

15-30 mins

Total

30 MIN

Servings

6 Servings

Fresh zucchini and asparagus team up with penne pasta, chicken and two kinds of cheese for a delicious way to get some veggies on the table.

Ingredients

  • 3

    cups

    penne pasta, uncooked

  • 2

    tbsp

    KRAFT Lite Zesty Italian Dressing

  • 1-1/2

    lb

    boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces

  • 2

    zucchini, cut into bite-size pieces

  • 1-1/2

    cups

    cut-up fresh asparagus spears (1-inch lengths)

  • 1

    red pepper, chopped

  • 1

    cup

    fat-free reduced-sodium chicken broth

  • 4

    oz

    (1/2 of 8-oz. pkg.) PHILADELPHIA Neufchatel Cheese, cubed

  • 1/4

    cup

    Grated Parmesan Cheese

Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Cook pasta in large saucepan as directed on package, omitting salt.

  2. Step 2

    Meanwhile, heat dressing in large skillet on medium heat. Add chicken and vegetables; cook 10 to 12 min. or until chicken is done, stirring frequently. Add broth and Neufchatel; cook 1 min. or until Neufchatel is completely melted and sauce is well blended, stirring constantly. Stir in Parmesan.

  3. Step 3

    Drain pasta; return to pan. Add chicken mixture; mix lightly. Cook 1 min. or until heated through. (Sauce will thicken upon standing.)

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