Active Time:20 minsTotal Time:30 minsServings:6Jump to Nutrition Facts
Active Time:20 minsTotal Time:30 minsServings:6
Active Time:20 mins
Active Time:
20 mins
Total Time:30 mins
Total Time:
30 mins
Servings:6
Servings:
6
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Sonia Bozzo
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Ingredients
1tablespoonextra-virgin olive oil
1poundground chicken
1cupchopped red onion
1cuphalved grape tomatoes
2teaspoonsdried Italian seasoning
¼teaspoonsalt
8ounceswhole-wheat penne
2cupsunsalted chicken broth
1cupmarinara sauce
½cupheavy whipping cream
½cupchopped fresh basil, plus more for garnish
½cuplow-moisture part-skim shredded mozzarella cheese
6tablespoonsgrated Parmesan cheese(optional)
Directions
Heat oil in a large, high-sided skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add chicken; cook, stirring often to break up the meat, until cooked through and beginning to brown, 6 to 8 minutes. Add onion, tomatoes, Italian seasoning and salt; cook, stirring often, until the onion is softened and the tomatoes are breaking down, 4 to 5 minutes.
Stir in pasta, broth, marinara and cream; bring to a simmer over medium-high heat. Cover and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is al dente, 10 to 12 minutes. Stir in spinach (in batches, if necessary), basil and mozzarella; cover and cook until the spinach wilts and the cheese melts, about 2 minutes. Garnish with more basil and Parmesan, if using.
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EquipmentLarge, high-sided skillet or Dutch oven
Equipment
Large, high-sided skillet or Dutch oven
Frequently Asked QuestionsGround chicken can contain both white and dark meat, both of which can fit into a healthy eating pattern.Chicken is an excellent source of proteinand offers several micronutrients, including vitamin B3, selenium and choline.White pasta is made fromrefined wheat flour, which has had the outer layers of the wheat kernel removed. These outer layers contain a wealth of vitamins, minerals and fiber. This is why we use whole-wheat pasta in our recipes.Whole-wheat pastacontains more fiber and retains the natural nutrients found in wheat.While some types of cheese can be high in sodium, mozzarella cheese is alower-sodium option, especially if you use fresh mozzarella.Mozzarella cheese—and many other types of cheese—offer a wealth of nutrients, including protein and calcium. Compared to a lot of other cheeses, mozzarella is lower in saturated fat.We use whole-wheat penne for this recipe, but feel free to use whole-wheat mostaccioli, ziti, fusilli, rotini, gemelli, cavatappi or any other short pasta. Shorter pasta is easier to stir during cooking and sticks less than longer pasta shapes. Make sure the pasta is cooked al dente before stirring in the spinach.This main dish pairs well with vegetable sides, includingBalsamic & Parmesan Broccoli,Green Beans with Pine Nuts & Gremolata,Roasted Asparagus ParmesanandCrispy Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Panko. Serve with crusty bread and a simpleside saladto round out the meal.The process will be the same as cooking in a skillet or in the oven, but the temperature needs to be lower because you don’t want to dry out the chicken. Ground beef has more fat, so it can withstand higher cooking temperatures.
Frequently Asked Questions
Ground chicken can contain both white and dark meat, both of which can fit into a healthy eating pattern.Chicken is an excellent source of proteinand offers several micronutrients, including vitamin B3, selenium and choline.
White pasta is made fromrefined wheat flour, which has had the outer layers of the wheat kernel removed. These outer layers contain a wealth of vitamins, minerals and fiber. This is why we use whole-wheat pasta in our recipes.Whole-wheat pastacontains more fiber and retains the natural nutrients found in wheat.
While some types of cheese can be high in sodium, mozzarella cheese is alower-sodium option, especially if you use fresh mozzarella.Mozzarella cheese—and many other types of cheese—offer a wealth of nutrients, including protein and calcium. Compared to a lot of other cheeses, mozzarella is lower in saturated fat.
We use whole-wheat penne for this recipe, but feel free to use whole-wheat mostaccioli, ziti, fusilli, rotini, gemelli, cavatappi or any other short pasta. Shorter pasta is easier to stir during cooking and sticks less than longer pasta shapes. Make sure the pasta is cooked al dente before stirring in the spinach.
This main dish pairs well with vegetable sides, includingBalsamic & Parmesan Broccoli,Green Beans with Pine Nuts & Gremolata,Roasted Asparagus ParmesanandCrispy Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Panko. Serve with crusty bread and a simpleside saladto round out the meal.
The process will be the same as cooking in a skillet or in the oven, but the temperature needs to be lower because you don’t want to dry out the chicken. Ground beef has more fat, so it can withstand higher cooking temperatures.
Originally appeared: EatingWell.com, September 2021
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Nutrition Facts(per serving)410Calories19gFat38gCarbs24gProtein
Nutrition Facts(per serving)
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