Easy Blackened Chicken Alfredo

March 30, 2015

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Pasta topped with juicy, flavorful blackened chicken and rich, creamy alfredo sauce that you wouldn't guess is lightened-up. A fancy meal that's easy to prepare!

1 12-13.5 oz box whole wheat pasta
1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, pounded or sliced to 1/2 inch thickness
1 TBS + 1 tsp chili powder
1/4 tsp dried ginger
1/4 tsp dried sage
1/4 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
1/4 tsp paprika
1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
1/4 tsp kosher salt
1 TBS canola oil
Light Alfredo Sauce:
1 TBS butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 TBS flour
1 tsp salt
2 cups low-fat milk
1/3 cup (3 oz) low-fat cream cheese
1 cup Parmesan cheese, freshly shredded

Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, preheat your broiler with the top rack a few inches from the heating element, and line a rimmed baking sheet with foil. Combine the chili powder,...
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Nutritions

Calories
505

Sodium
1440mg
60% DV

Fat
29g
45% DV

Protein
43g
87% DV

Carbs
10g
3% DV

Fiber
2g
10% DV