Lemon Chicken Primavera

By leanndobbs

“For added color, I garnish servings with lemon wedges and a sprig of dill.”

Ingredients

• 1 cup uncooked spiral pasta
• 1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into 2-in. strips
• 1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 Tbsp. Canola oil
• 2 Tbsp. all-purpose flour
• 1-1/2 cups 2% milk
• 2 cups frozen peas, thawed
• 1 tsp. salt
• 1 tsp. grated lemon peel
• 1/2 tsp. dill weed
• 1/4 tsp. pepper
• 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
• 2 Tbsp. minced fresh parsley

Preparation

Step 1

Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, sauté the chicken, red pepper, and garlic in oil until chicken juices run clear. Combine flour and milk until smooth; gradually stir into chicken mixture. Bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.



Drain pasta. Add pasta, peas, salt, lemon peel, dill and pepper to pan. Cook and stir until heated through. Sprinkle with cheese and parsley.