READY IN 25 mins

Cavatapi with Chicken Ragu, Mozzarella and Basil

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"A delicious chicken sauce, with fresh basil and Sargento Shredded Reduced Sodium Mozzarella makes for a new take on pasta night." — Sargento®

Directions

Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting salt.
Meanwhile, heat oil in large saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; saute 3 minutes. Add chicken; saute until chicken is no longer pink, about 5 minutes. Add pasta sauce; simmer 10 minutes.
Drain pasta; transfer to four shallow bowls. Top with chicken ragu, cheese and basil.

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PREP 10 mins
COOK 15 mins
READY IN 25 mins

Footnotes

Helpful Tips: Pasta sauce brands vary in sodium content. Our nutrition information is based on Classico.

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Most Helpful Positive Review

Apr 23, 2010

This was easy, different, and really tasty. I live in Italy and so it is difficult to come across a new pasta dish that we haven't already tried. I think I will try this one out on some Italians just to see what they say.

—nikwik

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Jun 25, 2010

Certainly easy and edible, but not much flavor. I was disappointed in the lack of spice in the sauce (used Classico's brand) and should have added some crushed red pepper as it simmered. Could also have benefitted from some Italian seasonings with the browning chicken. Without the fresh basil it would have been a dud for me, but it was definitely a well-balanced, easy and inexpensive dinner.

—Kristen

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13 Ratings

Jan 03, 2011

This was quick, easy, and tasty. You can't go wrong with the simplicity of this recipe. We are very busy with the kids' activities so I am always looking for something to "whip up".

—Tracy98

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Aug 31, 2010

Was very simple to make, it only took me 30 minutes to prepare. My daughter, a picky eater, gobbled it right down and my husband told me it tasted excellent, like something you would eat in a restaurant!!

—Mama Mimi

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Aug 09, 2010

Really easy to make and it was delicious.

—lburns214

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Mar 23, 2013

Made this without the onions for family's preference, added diced tomatoes instead. Couldn't find cavatapi noodles at my store, so I used hidden veggie twisted noodles, and the dish was great. My whole family loved it.

—mrsbartels

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Jan 03, 2013

made this with my garden tomato sauce. Holy WOW it is good.

—MTCHYG

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Mar 08, 2011

This is simple and delicious!!!! You cant go wrong making this dish, and you can tweek it with your own preferred spices, and ingredients. This recipe is a keeper!!

—LadyDiJohn

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Nutrition

Calories
520 kcal
26%

Carbohydrates
52.9 g
17%

Cholesterol
76 mg
25%

Fat
11.7 g
18%

Fiber
5.1 g
20%

Protein
44.9 g
90%

Sodium
690 mg
28%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Cavatapi with Chicken Ragu, Mozzarella and Basil

Serving Size: 1/4 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 4
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 520
Calories from Fat: 105

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 11.7g 18 %
Saturated Fat 3g 15 %
Cholesterol 76mg 25 %
Sodium 690mg 28 %
** Potassium 445mg 12 %
Total Carbohydrates 52.9g 17 %
Dietary Fiber 5.1g 20 %
Protein 44.9g 90 %
** Sugars 9.6g
** Vitamin A 6 %
** Vitamin C 7 %
** Calcium 5 %
** Iron 27 %
** Thiamin 9 %
** Niacin 164 %
** Vitamin B6 47 %
** Magnesium 23 %
** Folate 7 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.