Creamy Pasta with Chicken and Sun Dried Tomato Pesto

August 11, 2013

This is a quick, easy and super delicious dinner that needs no side dish (other than some garlic bread.) The fat free half and half makes it creamy without adding a ton of calories and the sun dried tomato pesto gives it a tangy and rich bite that can't be beat. Enjoy!

1 box (13 1/4 oz.) whole wheat penne pasta
2 T. extra virgin olive oil
1 yellow onion, diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 1/2 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed
2 large tomatoes or 1 (14 1/2 oz.) can diced tomatoes
1 c. fat free half and half
1/2 c. chicken broth
1 1/2 T. all purpose flour
6 T. sun dried tomato pesto
1/2 t. salt
1/2 t. black pepper
1 small bundle fresh basil, chopped
1 (10 oz.) bag baby spinach
Parmesan cheese, for serving

Prepare the pasta according to package directions. While the pasta is cooking, heat the oil over medium high heat in a large skillet and saute the onion until tender and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add...
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Nutritions

Calories
362

Sodium
439mg
18% DV

Fat
16g
24% DV

Protein
13g
27% DV

Carbs
42g
14% DV

Fiber
2g
9% DV