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Zucchini Pasta II

SUBMITTED BY: njmom PHOTO BY: Tiffany

"I whipped this up tonight, trying to use some of the zucchini from our garden. I also threw in some leftover chicken and made a complete meal! Quick and easy!"
RECIPE RATING:
The reviewer gave this recipe 60 stars. This recipe average a 4.5 star rating.
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PREP TIME  15 Min
COOK TIME  20 Min
READY IN  35 Min

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INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)

  • 1 (8 ounce) package uncooked pasta shells
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • 1/2 onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, sliced
  • 1 zucchini, chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 3/4 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup chopped cooked chicken
  • 1 ounce diced roasted red peppers
  • 2 tablespoons light cream cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil leaves
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

DIRECTIONS

  1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Place pasta shells in the pot, cook for 8 to 10 minutes, until al dente, and drain.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, and cook the onion and garlic until tender. Mix in the zucchini, and season with oregano, salt and pepper, and red pepper. Cook 10 minutes, until tender.
  3. Stir the chicken broth into the skillet, and cook 5 minutes, until heated through. Mix in the chicken, roasted red peppers, and cream cheese, and continue cooking 5 minutes. Serve over the cooked pasta, and top with fresh basil and Parmesan cheese.
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REVIEWS

The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 29, 2007 by capabayan
Great blend of flavors, especially with the red pepper! Added summer squash. Didn't have any... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 23, 2006 by DSKYBA
This was really good! I did a few things different. I took 3 costco frozen chicken breasts and... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 23, 2006 by sandstra
This was a great dish for entertaining a large group of friends. The chicken makes it... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 12, 2006 by ZRAFF
This is an awesome recipe. Thanks! I added 1 cup of sliced, fresh mushrooms & some white... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 27, 2008 by WebsByMegan
Excellent!! I omitted the chicken and used light chive & onion cream cheese. Will definitely... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on May 29, 2008 by COOKINCHRISSY
This was really good, and the family loved it - even the kids! I doubled the zucchini and... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 30, 2007 by niccimouse
excellent, flavorful, quick and easy! I added a little flour to thicken up the sauce and a... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 22, 2007 by HRS