Spinach and Bacon Pasta Toss Recipe

Published: May 10, 2012

YIELD: 8 servings
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PREP TIME: 15 min
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COOK TIME: 10 min

Ingredients

1	package (375g) broad egg noodles, uncooked
½	cup Zesty Italian dressing
1	lb (500g) boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1 inch pieces
2	cups cherry tomatoes, halved
4	cups fresh baby spinach leaves
1	cup 4 cheese Italiano shredded cheese, divided
8	slices bacon, crisply cooked, crumbled

Directions

1. Cook egg noodles as directed on package.
2. Heat dressing in a large skillet on medium heat. Add chicken; cook and stir 5-7 minutes or until cooked through. Add tomatoes; cook 1 minute, stirring occassionally.
3. Drain the noodles reserving 1/2 cup of the cooking water. Add noodles and the reserved cooking water to chicken mixture in skillet; stir.
4. Remove from heat. Add spinach, bacon, and 1/2 cup of the cheese; mix lightly. Sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup cheese and serve.