Lightened-up Penne Pasta

April 10, 2014

A mouthwatering baked penne pasta with a Parmesan cream sauce that has been lightened up, but still tastes plenty creamy!

2 cups penne pasta, measured when dry
1 boneless skinless chicken breast
1/2 cup mushrooms, chopped
1 cup packed baby spinach
3/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup Parmesan cheese
Parmesan Sauce
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon minced garlic
2 tablespoons flour
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup milk (I used 1%)
5 tablespoons Parmesan cheese
Salt and Pepper, to taste

Cook the penne pasta according to package directions. Drain and add to a large bowl. Meanwhile chop the chicken breast into small pieces and sprinkle the pieces with salt, pepper, and Mrs. Dash chicken...
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Nutritions

Calories
428

Sodium
998mg
41% DV

Fat
25g
38% DV

Protein
24g
48% DV

Carbs
23g
7% DV

Fiber
3g
12% DV