Maria RobinsonSavory Spinach and Pasta Toss
In The Fresh Meat Case
Savory Spinach and Pasta Toss
In The Fresh Meat Case
PREP TIME: 0min COOK TIME: 20min
Serves 4
- 500
Calories - 30g
Protein - 320mg
Sodium - 5g
Sat. Fat - 5g
Sugar 
Ingredients
1 pkg. PERDUE® Fresh Ground Chicken
1/2 pkg. (8 oz.) uncooked multi-grain penne pasta
2 tbsp. vegetable oil
1 pkg. (6 oz.) fresh mushrooms, quartered
1 red bell pepper, seeded and sliced into thin 1 inch long strips
1/2 cup chopped red onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tsp. dried Italian seasoning
1 cup chicken broth
5 cups firmly packed fresh baby spinach, washed
2 tbsp. Parmesan cheese as garnish, (optional)
Step 1
Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and hold warm.
TIP
TIP: As a low-carb alternative, swap pasta for spaghetti squash. Lifestyle Tip: Spend time exercising together. A family hike, basketball game or bike ride can develop strong, fit bodies and develop close family ties.
Step 2
Heat oil in a large stockpot over medium high heat. Add chicken and cook for 5 minutes or until no longer pink, stir often using spoon to break up chicken. Drain then add mushrooms, bell pepper, onion, garlic and Italian seasoning and cook for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add broth and continue cooking for 5 minutes. During last minute of cooking, stir in spinach then add cooked pasta.
Step 3
Serve warm and garnish with Parmesan cheese, if desired.
65 MIN
