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Cheesy Chicken Pasta with Zucchini and Peas

Cheesy chicken pasta with zucchini and peas is a fresh, light dinner that's budget friendly and ready in 20 minutes!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 lb. whole wheat pasta (I use penne or rigatoni)
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil plus 1 tablespoon for drizzling (optional)
  • 1 cup onion, diced small
  • 2 zucchini, quartered lengthwise and sliced in ¼-inch pieces
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
  • ¾ teaspoon cracked black pepper, divided
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups cooked, chopped rotisserie chicken (skin removed)
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (or more to your liking)
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus extra for serving

Instructions

  • Cook pasta according to package directions.
  • Meanwhile, heat 2 teaspoons of olive oil in a very large saute pan over medium heat. Add the onion and zucchini and saute for 3-4 minutes, until slightly tender. Season with ½ teaspoon of salt and ½ teaspoon of black pepper.
  • Add the garlic and saute for another 30 seconds.
  • Add the chopped cooked chicken and the frozen peas and stir to heat through, 1-2 minutes.
  • Reduce heat to low.
  • When pasta is finished cooking, reserve 1 cup of the cooking liquid and drain the pasta. Add the pasta to the skillet along with ½ cup of the reserved cooking liquid.
  • Add cheeses and stir to combine. Stir in extra splashes of the reserved cooking liquid, if needed, to help everything combine. (Feel free to add more cheese if you want it extra cheesy.)
  • Add remaining ½ teaspoon salt and ¼ teaspoon pepper, taste and adjust seasoning.
  • Drizzle with extra tablespoon of olive oil, if desired. Serve with extra Parmesan cheese for passing.

Notes

Leftovers: Leftovers can be stored in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Reheat in the microwave until warmed through.

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Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 414kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 33g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 109mg | Sodium: 778mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 5g
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