Ingredients
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- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 1 lb boneless chicken breast
- 1 red bell pepper
- 1 green bell pepper
- 3–4 cloves fresh garlic
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- Cayenne pepper and paprika to taste
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Sauté chicken strips in olive oil over medium-high heat for 6-8 minutes until golden brown.
- Add chopped bell peppers and minced garlic; cook for another 3-4 minutes until soft.
- Stir in cream cheese and chicken broth until smooth to create a creamy sauce.
- Season with cayenne pepper and paprika according to your spice preference.
- Fold in cooked pasta, simmer for an additional 2 minutes while stirring frequently.
- Serve hot, garnished with freshly grated Parmesan and chopped green onions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg