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02-03-2012, 08:30 PM
High Protein Pasta With Chicken

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Servings: 4

Ingredients

1 Box Of Barillo Plus Multi Grain high Protein Pasta
2 lbs Of Ground Chicken
1 Can of Diced Tomatoes (Garlic,Oregano & Basil)
2 Tsp of Oregano
1 Tbsp of Xtra Virgin Olive Oil
1/4 teaspoon salt substitute
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1/2 cup Fat Free Parmesan Cheese

Directions:

Cook pasta according to directions.Drain & rinse and set aside.

Season chicken with salt and pepper. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook, adjusting the heat as necessary to prevent burning, 3 to 5 minutes. Transfer to a plate; tent with foil to keep warm.

Blend diced tomatoes & then pour the tomato sauce into the pan and bring to a boil. Measure out 1/2 cup sauce to a small bowl. Add the pasta and 6 tablespoons cheese. Cook, stirring, until heated through, 1 to 2 minutes. Divide among 4 plates.

Top each portion of pasta with shredded chicken, 2 tablespoons of the reserved tomato sauce and a sprinkling of the remaining cheese and Oregano.

Nutrition

Per serving:
549 calories;
5 g fat ( 1 g sat , 4 g mono)
68 mg cholesterol;
66 g carbohydrates;
0 g added sugars;
60 g protein;
10 g fiber;
202 mg sodium;
546 mg potassium.