Creamy Chicken, Pasta And Broccoli Bake - cooking recipe
Ingredients
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1 1/2 cups whole wheat rotini pasta, uncooked
3 cups fresh broccoli florets
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
1/2 cup low sodium chicken broth
1/4 cup light cream cheese spread
3/4 cup part-skim mozzarella cheese, shredded, divided
2 tablespoons lowfat parmesan cheese, grated
Preparation
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Heat oven to 350\u00b0F Cook pasta as per package directions, adding broccoli for the last 3 minutes.
Meanwhile, heat large nonstick frying pan on medium-high heat. Add chicken; cook 3 minutes or until no longer pink, stirring frequently. Stir in broth; simmer 3 minutes or until chicken is done. Add cream cheese; cook and stir on low heat 1 minute or until melted. Remove from heat and stir in 1/2 cup mozzarella.
Drain pasta and broccoli. Add to chicken mixture; mix lightly. Spoon into 8 inch square baking dish; cover.
Bake 15 minutes or until heated through. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake, uncovered, 3 minutes or until melted. Let stand 5 minutes.
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