Indulge in the vibrant flavors of spring with our collection of easy chicken pasta primavera recipes. This delightful dish combines tender chicken, an array of fresh vegetables, and a luscious creamy sauce, resulting in a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. From classic recipes to innovative variations, our selection offers something for every palate. Whether you prefer a light and refreshing primavera or a rich and creamy carbonara, we have the perfect recipe for you. So gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and let's embark on a culinary journey that celebrates the beauty of springtime.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
CHICKEN PRIMAVERA
This creamy Chicken Primavera recipe is a fresh combination of vegetables, pasta, chicken and herbs in a light garlic Parmesan sauce!
Provided by Blair Lonergan
Categories Dinner
Time 37m
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Cook pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water for 1 minute less than al dente, according to package instructions (that was about 9 minutes total for my box of penne). During the final 3 minutes of cooking time, add the broccoli florets to the boiling water with the pasta. Drain.
- Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Season the chicken with salt and pepper on both sides. Cook the chicken in the oil until browned on both sides and juices run clear, about 5-7 minutes per side. Remove the chicken to a cutting board, let rest for 5 minutes, and then slice into thin strips.
- In the same pan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the garlic and stir until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Stir in asparagus, increase the heat to medium-high, and cook for 1 minute. Add the zucchini and bell pepper, cook for 1 minute. Stir in the tomatoes and cook for 1 more minute.
- Add the chicken broth, increase the heat and bring the mixture to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low so that the liquid is at a gentle simmer. Stir in the cream and Parmesan until smooth.
- Add the cooked pasta, broccoli, peas, chives and basil to the sauce. Let it bubble and thicken slightly, stirring frequently, until all of the ingredients are warmed through, about 2 more minutes. Taste and season with salt and pepper, if necessary. Stir in the chicken and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 /5 of the recipe, Calories 462 kcal, Carbohydrate 41 g, Protein 22 g, Fat 23 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 88 mg, Sodium 332 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 4 g
EASY CHICKEN-PASTA PRIMAVERA
Love fettuccine? Check out this version with chicken and veggies and all the trimmings!
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cook and drain fettuccine as directed on package--except add broccoli and carrot 1 minute before fettuccini is done.
- While fettucine is cooking, heat oil in 10-inch nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken and garlic in oil 2 to 3 minutes, stirring frequently, until chicken is no longer pink in center; remove from heat.
- Stir dressing, cheese and basil into chicken. Toss with fettucine and vegetables.
CHICKEN PASTA PRIMAVERA
"This colorful combination of chicken, pasta and vegetables is very popular at my house," notes Raelynn Bulkley from Pleasant Grove, Utah. Coated in a creamy sauce, the made-in-minutes meal is sure to be well-received at your house, too.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute chicken in butter until chicken is no longer pink. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Add the vegetables and cream; cook until vegetables are tender. , Drain pasta. Add the pasta, cheese, salt and pepper to skillet; cook and stir until heated through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 580 calories, Fat 30g fat (18g saturated fat), Cholesterol 151mg cholesterol, Sodium 1027mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 38g protein.
EASY SKILLET CHICKEN PRIMAVERA
Great served over noodles, spaetzle, mashed potatoes, or rice! Versatile recipe to suit your taste!
Provided by vog2009
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes Pan-Fried
Time 45m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Whisk together flour, parsley, and basil in a medium bowl. Add chicken strips and toss until well coated.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken and cook, turning occasionally, until lightly browned on the outside and no longer pink, about 10 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Add chicken stock, mixed vegetables, grape tomatoes, green onions, zucchini, and pesto. Cook, stirring occasionally, until heated through, about 10 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 301.8 calories, Carbohydrate 19.4 g, Cholesterol 60.8 mg, Fat 13.3 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 26.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 544 mg, Sugar 2.1 g
EASY 30-MINUTE CHICKEN PASTA PRIMAVERA RECIPE
This 30-minute chicken pasta primavera recipe is a sure hit with your family! Fast and easy, it's loaded with chicken, vegetables, pasta, and plenty of cheese!
Provided by Katie Hale
Categories Pasta
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Prepare pasta according to package directions. Drain, saving 1/2 cup of the pasta water and set aside.
- Cut the chicken breasts into bite sized pieces or strips and season with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat then place the chicken into the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes stirring regularly until lightly browned on the outside then remove from the pan.
- Add the carrots to the pan and cook for 1 minute stirring regularly.
- To the pan, add the green beans and cook an additional 1 minute.
- Add in the peas, garlic, and tomatoes and stir then top with chicken broth, lemon juice, and 1/2 cup of the pasta water.
- Bring to a boil then add the chicken back into the pan for another 3-4 minutes or until cooked through.
- Mix in the cooked pasta and cheese and stir until the cheese has melted and the mixture is well combined.
- Serve with additional cheese and fresh chopped parsley as a garnish.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 624 calories, Carbohydrate 54 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 109 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 23 grams fat, Fiber 5 grams fiber, Protein 49 grams protein, SaturatedFat 5 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 421 grams sodium, Sugar 6 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 15 grams unsaturated fat
CREAMY CHICKEN PRIMAVERA
A creamy homemade sauce seasoned with basil and garlic coats this terrific combination of leftover chicken, pepper strips and pasta. "I love to make this dish...it's fast and easy," reports Lisa Dato of Franklin Park, Illinois.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large skillet, saute the red pepper, mushrooms, onions and garlic in butter. Add the cream, basil, chicken and salt; cook and stir until slightly thickened. Serve over pasta.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 602 calories, Fat 57g fat (35g saturated fat), Cholesterol 230mg cholesterol, Sodium 197mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 17g protein.
SKILLET CHICKEN PASTA PRIMAVERA
Yes, it's hard to believe how easy this creamy, veggie-packed chicken pasta is to make, or that you need only one skillet to make it, but what will surprise you most is how much your family will love it.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 1h30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Season chicken with 1/4 teaspoon of the salt and 1/4 teaspoon of the pepper.
- In 12-inch skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add chicken; cook 5 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until chicken is browned on both sides and cooked through. Remove chicken from skillet. Add onion; cook 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened. Add garlic and lemon peel; cook 1 to 2 minutes or until fragrant.
- Add broth; heat to boiling. Stir in pasta, carrots, remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and remaining 1/4 teaspoon pepper; reduce heat to medium. Cover and cook 11 minutes. Uncover; add asparagus and cooked chicken. Cover and cook 7 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is al dente and asparagus is just tender.
- Stir in cubes of cream cheese, the Parmesan cheese and lemon juice until smooth. Add frozen peas; cook 1 to 2 minutes or until peas are heated through and sauce is creamy.
- Remove from heat; let stand 5 minutes. Sauce will continue to thicken as it stands.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 630, Carbohydrate 62 g, Cholesterol 115 mg, Fat 4, Fiber 6 g, Protein 40 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1400 mg, Sugar 8 g, TransFat 1/2 g
CHICKEN PASTA PRIMAVERA
Make dinnertime easier with our tasty Chicken Pasta Primavera! This Healthy Living Chicken Pasta Primavera recipe is ready to enjoy in under 20 minutes.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Healthy Living Dinner Recipes
Time 17m
Yield Makes 3 servings, 1-1/3 cups each.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Cook and stir vegetables in hot oil in large skillet on medium heat 5 min. or until crisp-tender.
- Add chicken and linguine; cook an additional 2 min. or until heated through, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in the cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 350, Fat 14 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Sodium 480 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 24 g
Tips:
- Choose the right pasta: Short pastas, like penne or rotini, are best for this dish because they hold the sauce well.
- Cook the pasta al dente: This means cooking it until it is just tender but still has a slight bite to it.
- Use fresh vegetables: Fresh vegetables will give your pasta primavera the best flavor. If you can't find fresh vegetables, you can use frozen vegetables, but be sure to thaw them before using.
- Don't overcook the vegetables: You want the vegetables to be tender but still have a little bit of crunch.
- Use a good quality olive oil: Olive oil is a key ingredient in this dish, so be sure to use a good quality oil.
- Season the dish to taste: Add salt, pepper, and other seasonings to taste.
- Serve immediately: Pasta primavera is best served immediately after it is cooked.
Conclusion:
Pasta primavera is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. With a few simple tips, you can make a pasta primavera that is sure to please everyone at the table.
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