Best 20 Pasta Primavera Recipes

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Pasta primavera is a vibrant and flavorful dish that celebrates the abundance of fresh vegetables. Originating from Italy, this vegetarian dish typically features a medley of colorful vegetables such as broccoli, carrots, bell peppers, zucchini, and peas, tossed with a light and creamy sauce, and served over a bed of cooked pasta. The name "primavera," meaning "spring" in Italian, reflects the dish's association with the arrival of spring and the abundance of fresh produce that becomes available during this season. This article provides three delectable variations of pasta primavera: a classic version with a creamy sauce, a lighter version with a tangy vinaigrette dressing, and a unique roasted vegetable version that adds a smoky and caramelized flavor to the dish. Each recipe offers a unique twist on this versatile dish, ensuring that there's a perfect pasta primavera for every palate and preference.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

PASTA PRIMAVERA



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Giada De Laurentiis' Pasta Primavera recipe, from Everyday Italian on Food Network, is bursting with roasted vegetables and Parmesan.

Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     main-dish

Time 45m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 carrots, peeled and cut into thin strips
2 medium zucchini or 1 large zucchini, cut into thin strips
2 yellow squash, cut into thin strips
1 onion, thinly sliced
1 yellow bell pepper, cut into thin strips
1 red bell pepper, cut into thin strips
1/4 cup olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon dried Italian herbs or herbes de Provence
1 pound farfalle (bowtie pasta)
15 cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup grated Parmesan

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F.
  • On a large heavy baking sheet, toss all of the vegetables with the oil, salt, pepper, and dried herbs to coat. Transfer half of the vegetable mixture to another heavy large baking sheet and arrange evenly over the baking sheets. Bake until the carrots are tender and the vegetables begin to brown, stirring after the first 10 minutes, about 20 minutes total.
  • Meanwhile, cook the pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente, tender but still firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Drain, reserving 1 cup of the cooking liquid.
  • Toss the pasta with the vegetable mixtures in a large bowl to combine. Toss with the cherry tomatoes and enough reserved cooking liquid to moisten. Season the pasta with salt and pepper, to taste. Sprinkle with the Parmesan and serve immediately.

CHICKEN PASTA PRIMAVERA



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"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

2 cups uncooked spiral pasta
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed
2 tablespoons butter
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 package (16 ounces) frozen broccoli-cauliflower blend, thawed
3/4 cup heavy whipping cream
3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

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.

CREAMY PASTA PRIMAVERA



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When I think of springtime, asparagus comes to mind. This pasta dish is a wonderful blend of tender, crisp, colorful vegetables and a creamy Parmesan cheese sauce. -Darlene Brenden, Salem, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups uncooked gemelli or spiral pasta
1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
3 medium carrots, shredded
2 teaspoons canola oil
2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, saute asparagus and carrots in oil until crisp-tender. Add tomatoes and garlic; cook 1 minute longer., Stir in the cheese, cream and pepper. Drain pasta; toss with asparagus mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 275 calories, Fat 12g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 33mg cholesterol, Sodium 141mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 10g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CREAMY PENNE PASTA PRIMAVERA



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Asparagus, cherry tomatoes, and carrots are tossed in a delicious and rich cream sauce.

Provided by gretchen

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Pasta Primavera Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups penne pasta
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
3 carrots, cut into strips
2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
1 clove garlic, minced, or more to taste
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 cup heavy whipping cream
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil; add penne and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Drain.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat-high heat; saute asparagus and carrots until tender yet firm to the bite, about 5 minutes. Add tomatoes and garlic; saute until garlic is fragrant, about 1 minute.
  • Stir Parmesan cheese, cream, and black pepper into vegetable mixture until cheese melts and sauce is smooth, 2 to 3 minutes. Add pasta to sauce and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 518.3 calories, Carbohydrate 65.1 g, Cholesterol 66.1 mg, Fat 22.2 g, Fiber 5.5 g, Protein 18.4 g, SaturatedFat 12.1 g, Sodium 250 mg, Sugar 5.5 g

SHRIMP PASTA PRIMAVERA



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They say the way to a man's heart is through his stomach. So when I invite that special guy to dinner, I like to prepare something equally wonderful. This well-seasoned pasta dish has lots of flavor, and it won't hurt your budget! -Shari Neff, Takoma Park, Maryland

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 15m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 ounces uncooked angel hair pasta
8 jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined
6 fresh asparagus spears, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
1/4 cup olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1/2 cup chicken broth
1 small plum tomato, peeled, seeded and diced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon each minced fresh basil, oregano, thyme and parsley
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute shrimp and asparagus in oil until shrimp turn pink, 3-4 minutes. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Add the mushrooms, broth, tomato, salt and pepper flakes; simmer, uncovered, for 2 minutes. , Drain pasta. Add the pasta and seasonings to skillet; toss to coat. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 581 calories, Fat 32g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 89mg cholesterol, Sodium 783mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 24g protein.

CREAMY SHRIMP PASTA PRIMAVERA



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This is a fun recipe that me and my family developed ourselves. It is really flexible and you can swap out ingredients and change measurements to your liking.

Provided by Littlechef

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Spaghetti Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 15

½ (8 ounce) package spaghetti
3 tablespoons olive oil
¼ cup chopped onions
1 large clove garlic, minced
⅓ cup sliced fresh mushrooms
¼ cup chopped red bell pepper
1 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 splash white wine
1 pinch dried oregano
½ cup heavy cream, or to taste
3 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon freshly grated Parmesan cheese, or to taste
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil, or to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook spaghetti in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 12 minutes. Drain.
  • Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onions and cook until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Stir in mushrooms and bell pepper; cook until bell pepper has softened and mushrooms are lightly browned, 3 to 5 minutes. Add shrimp, white wine, and oregano. Cook until shrimp are almost cooked through and turning pink, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Add cream and butter. Simmer, stirring constantly, for 8 minutes. Add cooked spaghetti, mix to combine, and turn off heat. If cream sauce is too thin, thicken with flour. Season with salt and pepper and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 495.4 calories, Carbohydrate 26 g, Cholesterol 237.3 mg, Fat 31.6 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 24.1 g, SaturatedFat 14.3 g, Sodium 332.8 mg, Sugar 1.9 g

SHRIMP AND PASTA PRIMAVERA



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This came from the first onslaught of zucchini from my garden, coupled with a handful of this-n-that from the fridge. A very forgiving recipe - more of a technique to me - as the ingredients can be interchanged to suit tastes and fridge contents.

Provided by Ma Field

Categories     Vegetable

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon garlic, minced
4 cups assorted fresh vegetables, chopped coarsely (I used zucchini, broccoli, red onion and yellow peppers)
8 ounces shrimp, frozen cooked peeled and deveined (I used a lot less!)
1/2 lemon, juice of
black pepper, to taste
salt, to taste
4 ounces parmesan cheese (shredded or shaved)
8 ounces cooked pasta (I used vermicelli)

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and keep warm.
  • Meanwhile, melt butter in large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add olive oil and garlic. (the olive oil keeps the butter from scorching).
  • Saute garlic for about 1 minute.
  • Add vegetables and saute until just crisp-tender.
  • Add shrimp and saute until just heated through.
  • Season lightly with salt and pepper.
  • Squeeze juice of half a lemon over all. Continue to cook about 2 minutes until juices have been reduced by about half.
  • Remove from heat.
  • Toss vegetables and shrimp with pasta. Serve topped with parmesan cheese and additional salt and pepper if desired.

HEALTHY PASTA PRIMAVERA



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For pasta primavera made easy, try this recipe packed with vegetables including asparagus, mushrooms, yellow squash, and cherry tomatoes.

Provided by Jill Andersen

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Pasta Primavera Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 cups whole grain penne pasta
1 tablespoon olive oil
½ cup chopped onion
1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
1 small yellow summer squash, halved lengthwise and sliced
2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
½ cup shredded carrot
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon red pepper flakes
½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Lemon wedges

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add penne and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, heat oil in an extra-large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook until softened, 2 to 3 minutes. Add asparagus, mushrooms, and squash; cook until just tender, about 5 minutes. Add tomatoes, carrot, garlic, oregano, black pepper, salt, and red pepper flakes; cook until tomatoes begin to soften, about 1 minute.
  • Drain penne; stir into vegetable mixture along with 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese. Top servings with remaining cheese and serve with lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 280.7 calories, Carbohydrate 41.5 g, Cholesterol 8.8 mg, Fat 7.7 g, Fiber 8.2 g, Protein 15.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 337.6 mg, Sugar 4.9 g

PASTA PRIMAVERA



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I see you rolling your eyes at the thought of spaghetti primavera. The dish, rarely seen now, became an absurdity of 1980s so-called seasonal cooking. Meant to be an expression of spring, the mad jumble of vegetables over pasta was mostly an expression of the death match between French and Italian cuisine (cream versus olive oil, sauce versus pasta). But in the late 1970s, when New York's Le Cirque popularized spaghetti primavera, Craig Claiborne and Pierre Franey called it "by far, the most talked-about dish in Manhattan." I encourage you to make Le Cirque's version, all 10 pain-in-the-neck steps of it, because despite its tempestuous origins, it's wonderful.

Provided by Amanda Hesser

Categories     dinner, project, main course

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 22

1 bunch broccoli
2 small zucchini, unpeeled
4 asparagus spears
1 1/2 cups green beans
Salt
1/2 cup fresh or frozen peas
3/4 cup fresh or frozen pea pods
1 tablespoon peanut, vegetable or corn oil
2 cups thinly sliced mushrooms
Freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon minced hot red or green chili, or 1/2 teaspoon dried red-pepper flakes
1/4 cup finely chopped parsley
6 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon minced garlic
3 cups 1-inch tomato cubes
6 basil leaves, chopped
1 pound spaghetti
4 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons chicken broth
1/2 cup heavy cream, approximately
1/2 cup grated Parmesan
1/3 cup toasted pine nuts

Steps:

  • Trim broccoli and break into florets. Trim off ends of the zucchini. Cut into quarters, then cut into 1-inch or slightly longer lengths (about 1 1/2 cups). Cut each asparagus into 2-inch pieces. Trim beans and cut into 1-inch pieces.
  • Cook each of the green vegetables separately in boiling salted water to cover until crisp but tender. Drain well, then run under cold water to chill, and drain again thoroughly. Combine the cooked vegetables in a bowl.
  • Cook the peas and pods; about 1 minute if fresh; 30 seconds if frozen. Drain, chill with cold water and drain again. Combine with the vegetables.
  • In a skillet over medium-high heat, heat the peanut oil and add the mushrooms. Season to taste. Cook about 2 minutes, shaking the skillet and stirring. Add the mushrooms, chili and parsley to the vegetables.
  • Heat 3 tablespoons olive oil in a saucepan and add half the garlic, tomatoes, salt and pepper. Cook about 4 minutes. Add the basil.
  • Heat 3 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet and add the remaining garlic and the vegetable mixture. Cook, stirring gently, until heated through.
  • Cook the spaghetti in boiling salted water until almost (but not quite) tender, retaining a slight resilience in the center. Drain well.
  • In a pot large enough to hold the spaghetti and vegetables, add the butter and melt over medium-low heat. Then add the chicken broth and half a cup each of cream and cheese, stirring constantly. Cook gently until smooth. Add the spaghetti and toss quickly to blend. Add half the vegetables and pour in the liquid from the tomatoes, tossing over very low heat.
  • Add the remaining vegetables. If the sauce seems dry, add 3 to 4 tablespoons more cream. Add the pine nuts and give the mixture a final tossing.
  • Serve equal portions of the spaghetti mixture in hot soup or spaghetti bowls. Spoon equal amounts of the tomatoes over each serving. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 1099, UnsaturatedFat 35 grams, Carbohydrate 113 grams, Fat 61 grams, Fiber 13 grams, Protein 32 grams, SaturatedFat 21 grams, Sodium 1523 milligrams, Sugar 15 grams, TransFat 0 grams

SUMMER SQUASH PASTA PRIMAVERA



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SINCE I eat very little meat, I'm always on the lookout for vegetarian and low-fat recipes. I came up with this recipe after a lot of experimenting. I used tomatoes as a base for the sauce, and my version of pasta primavera has been enjoyed by both family and friends.-Clara DelVitto, Midlothian, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup sliced onion
1/2 cup julienned green or sweet red pepper
2 teaspoons olive oil
1/2 cup sliced zucchini
1/2 cup sliced yellow summer squash
2 medium fresh mushrooms, sliced
3/4 cup stewed tomatoes
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
2 cups hot cooked pasta
Shredded Parmesan cheese, optional

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute onion and green pepper in oil until crisp-tender. Add the zucchini, yellow squash and mushrooms; saute for 1 minute. Add tomatoes and basil. Bring to a boil; reduce heat. Cover and simmer for 8-10 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Toss with pasta; sprinkle with cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 296 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 170mg sodium, Carbohydrate 53g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

EASY VEGGIE PASTA PRIMAVERA



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Perfect for pasta night family dinners, our Easy Pasta Primavera recipe is so simple to pull together. We used zucchini, yellow squash and peas, but the beauty of this recipe is that you can customize it with whatever veggies you like.

Provided by Country Crock®

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Country Crock®

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 ounces penne pasta
3 tablespoons Country Crock® Spread, divided
2 medium shallots, sliced
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup zucchini, sliced
1 cup yellow squash, sliced
1 cup frozen peas
½ cup chicken or vegetable broth
1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint or basil
½ teaspoon lemon zest
Grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions.
  • Meanwhile, melt 2 tablespoons Country Crock® Spread in large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add shallots and cook 3 minutes or until tender. Add garlic and cook 1 minute.
  • Add vegetables and cook 3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in broth and simmer 5 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Add remaining tablespoon Country Crock® Spread.
  • Toss vegetable mixture with cooked pasta, mint or basil, and lemon zest. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 237.4 calories, Carbohydrate 48.7 g, Cholesterol 0.8 mg, Fat 1.6 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 9 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 155.6 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

PASTA PRIMAVERA WITH LEMON-CAPER SAUCE



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Colorful, crisp-tender veggies are tossed with linguine pasta and a creamy lemon-caper sauce and served with shredded Parmesan cheese.

Provided by Crosse & Blackwell

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Crosse & Blackwell®

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 16

¼ cup Crisco® Pure Olive Oil
1 large red or yellow onion, chopped
1 pound fresh asparagus spears, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 medium yellow squash or zucchini, quartered lengthwise, sliced 1/4-inch thick
¼ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
8 ounces cooked linguine pasta, kept warm
1 cup frozen peas and carrots
¼ cup butter
2 tablespoons Pillsbury BEST® All Purpose Flour
1 ½ teaspoons minced fresh garlic
1 (14.5 ounce) can chicken broth
3 tablespoons Santa Cruz Organic® Pure Lemon Juice
¼ cup Crosse & Blackwell® Capers, drained
¼ cup minced fresh parsley
1 cup finely shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oil in large skillet over medium heat. Add onion. Cook over medium-low heat 7 minutes or until soft. Add asparagus, yellow squash, salt and pepper. Cook an additional 5 minutes or until crisp-tender.
  • Heat butter in medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir in flour and garlic until blended. Gradually stir in chicken broth until smooth. Bring to a boil over high heat, stirring constantly. Reduce heat to low; simmer 5 minutes. Stir in lemon juice and capers.
  • Combine pasta, vegetable and sauce mixtures in pasta pot. Add parsley; stir until blended. Sprinkle individual servings with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 594.2 calories, Carbohydrate 58.7 g, Cholesterol 47.2 mg, Fat 32.3 g, Fiber 7.8 g, Protein 20.2 g, SaturatedFat 12.9 g, Sodium 1306.6 mg, Sugar 3.4 g

BAKED PASTA PRIMAVERA



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Bake veggies with creamy sauce and pasta for a yummy summertime dish-and with Reynolds Wrap® Pan Lining Paper there's no cleanup!

Provided by Reynolds Kitchens(R)

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Reynolds®

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 sheet Reynolds Wrap® Pan Lining Paper
8 ounces dried fettuccine or linguine pasta
1 cup shredded carrots*
1 cup fresh or frozen peas
1 cup sliced yellow squash
1 cup fresh asparagus spears, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup lowfat milk
½ cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
4 ounces herbed goat cheese
½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
1 tablespoon snipped fresh basil
1 tablespoon snipped fresh oregano
¼ cup sliced almonds

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Line a 2-quart rectangular baking dish with Reynolds Wrap® Pan Lining Paper, parchment side up. No need to grease dish.
  • Cook the pasta according to package directions in a Dutch oven, adding the carrots, peas, squash, and/or asparagus for the last 3 minutes of cooking time. Drain, reserving 1/4 cup of the pasta water. Return the pasta mixture to the Dutch oven. Cover and set aside.
  • Melt butter in a medium saucepan; whisk in flour and salt. Whisk in the milk, chicken broth, and goat cheese. Cook and stir over medium heat until thickened and bubbly. Cook and stir 1 minute more. Stir in the reserved pasta water, tomatoes, 1/4 cup of the Parmesan cheese, basil, and oregano.
  • Pour milk mixture over the pasta mixture, tossing to coat. Spoon pasta mixture into prepared baking dish. Sprinkle with the almonds and remaining 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese.
  • Bake 15 to 20 minutes or until the mixture just starts to turn golden and the sauce is bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 269.5 calories, Carbohydrate 30.2 g, Cholesterol 25.9 mg, Fat 11.5 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 12.5 g, SaturatedFat 6.3 g, Sodium 368.5 mg, Sugar 4.9 g

SKILLET CHICKEN PASTA PRIMAVERA



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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

1 package (14 oz) chicken tenders, cut into 1-inch pieces
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 teaspoons grated lemon peel
3 cups Progresso™ chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
8 oz farfalle (bow-tie) pasta
2 medium carrots, cut into 1/2-inch slices
2 cups trimmed 1-inch pieces asparagus (about 1 lb)
6 oz cream cheese, softened and cut into 1-inch cubes
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 cup Cascadian Farm™ frozen organic sweet peas, thawed

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

PASTA PRIMAVERA SAUCE



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This pasta sauce is low-fat but doesn't taste it!

Provided by April

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Pasta Sauce Recipes     Vegetarian

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
¾ cup fresh broccoli florets
¾ cup thinly sliced carrots
¾ cup sliced onion
½ cup zucchini chunks
½ cup sliced green bell pepper
½ cup red bell pepper, sliced
2 cloves garlic, chopped
2 bay leaf
1 tablespoon olive oil
½ teaspoon dried basil
½ teaspoon dried rosemary
½ teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon dried thyme
1 ½ teaspoons salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon white sugar
½ cup water

Steps:

  • In a large pot combine tomatoes, tomato paste, broccoli, carrots, onion, zucchini, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, garlic, bay leaves, olive oil, basil, rosemary, oregano, thyme, salt, pepper, sugar, and water. Heat to just boiling, cover and reduce heat to simmer. Cook until all vegetable are tender, approximately 45 minutes. Stir occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 84.5 calories, Carbohydrate 13.8 g, Fat 2.6 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 2.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 975.5 mg, Sugar 8.1 g

CHICKEN PASTA PRIMAVERA



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A wonderful dish with lots of herbs and your favorite pasta. Serve with garlic bread sticks.

Provided by Joy

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes     Pasta

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 red bell pepper, cut into 1 inch pieces
1 yellow bell pepper, cut into 1 inch pieces
1 green bell pepper, cut into 1 inch pieces
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 (14.5 ounce) can peeled and diced tomatoes
1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chile peppers
1 pound angel hair pasta
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into bite size pieces
½ teaspoon dried basil
½ teaspoon dried rosemary
½ teaspoon dried thyme
½ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a large skillet over medium heat, cook red, yellow and green bell peppers in 2 tablespoons olive oil with garlic until just tender. Stir in diced tomatoes and diced tomatoes with chiles, reduce heat to medium-low and simmer 10 minutes. Remove to a serving bowl.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  • While pasta is cooking, heat 2 tablespoons oil and butter over medium heat in a large skillet. Cook chicken in butter mixture until juices run clear, 5 to 10 minutes. Place cooked chicken over tomato sauce and sprinkle with basil, rosemary, thyme, garlic powder and Parmesan. Serve with cooked pasta.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 468.9 calories, Carbohydrate 49.9 g, Cholesterol 58.7 mg, Fat 17 g, Fiber 4.8 g, Protein 29.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 578.4 mg, Sugar 4.9 g

BROCCOLI VEGGIE PASTA PRIMAVERA



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Chock-full of veggies, this simple, colorful pasta makes a filling dinner. In smaller servings, it works equally well as a side dish. -Stephanie Marchese, Whitefish Bay, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

8 ounces uncooked linguine
1 cup thinly sliced fresh broccoli
1 medium carrot, thinly sliced
1/2 cup sliced green onions
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1-1/2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
6 ounces fresh or frozen snow peas (about 2 cups), thawed
1/4 cup dry white wine or chicken broth
1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook linguine according to package directions. , Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook the broccoli, carrot and onions in butter for 3 minutes. Add the mushrooms, garlic, basil, salt and pepper; cook 1 minute longer. Add snow peas and wine. Cover and cook for 2 minutes or until peas are crisp-tender., Drain linguine; add to skillet and toss to coat. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 376 calories, Fat 14g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 34mg cholesterol, Sodium 514mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 13g protein.

CHICKEN 'N PASTA PRIMAVERA



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Slices of chicken and a blend of veggies are simmered until just done in a creamy Alfredo sauce with fettuccine.

Provided by Bird's Eye

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Birds Eye®

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken, thinly sliced
1 (12 ounce) bag Birds Eye® Recipe Ready Primavera Blend
1 cup prepared Alfredo pasta sauce
8 ounces fettuccine, cooked according to package directions

Steps:

  • Heat oil in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat and cook chicken, stirring occasionally, 8 minutes or until almost done. Remove chicken from pan.
  • Add Recipe Ready Primavera Blend and cook, stirring frequently, 5 minutes or until just tender. Stir in pasta sauce and bring to a boil. Add fettuccine and chicken and toss to coat.* Serve, if desired, with additional parmesan cheese and season with black pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 585.3 calories, Carbohydrate 53.1 g, Cholesterol 83.5 mg, Fat 25 g, Fiber 4.5 g, Protein 35.1 g, SaturatedFat 8.4 g, Sodium 669.1 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

LIGHT PASTA PRIMAVERA



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The sauce on this is not a thick alfredo-type sauce, so don't expect that. It is a light sauce with a touch of garlic. My experience is that by adding the broth, I can reduce the amount of butter in the dish by quite a lot, while still maintaining a very moist and flavorful taste. If you are inclined, you can add some diced cooked chicken or some shrimp along with the pasta in Step 7.

Provided by MsBindy

Categories     Vegetable

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 lb penne pasta
4 tablespoons butter
8 ounces sliced mushrooms
1 tablespoon minced garlic
9 baby carrots, julienne cut
4 cups broccoli (or asparagus, snow peas, etc)
1/2 cup vegetable broth
1/2 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon dried basil
salt and pepper, to taste
parmesan cheese, to taste sprinkled on top

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions.
  • Prepare vegetables; julienne cut the carrots, chop broccoli, snow peas, asparagus. Whichever vegetables you like will work wonderfully in this dish.
  • Steam the vegetables for a about 5 minutes.
  • In a very large skillet (or even a wok), saute the mushrooms and garlic in the butter for about 4 minutes.
  • Add the steamed vegetables to the sauteed mushrooms.
  • Add the broth, lemon juice, sugar, pepper flakes, basil, and salt and pepper to the skillet and toss for a minute or two.
  • Add the cooked and drained pasta, incorporate with the vegetables.

CREAMY PASTA PRIMAVERA WITH CHICKEN AND SAUSAGE



Creamy Pasta Primavera with Chicken and Sausage image

An amazing mix of fresh summer veggies, hearty meat, and a princess sauce makes this chicken pasta primavera dish one to remember for generations! This pairs well with a fresh salad, warm bread and olive oil for dipping, and a fresh fruit mix of strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and pineapple.

Provided by Caleb Johnson

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork     Sausage

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 tablespoons butter, or as needed
1 skinless, boneless chicken breast, chopped
½ pound bratwurst sausage, cut into chunks
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 small head broccoli, chopped
1 zucchini, halved and sliced
1 yellow squash, halved and sliced
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 pound dry fettuccine pasta
1 (24 ounce) jar garlic and herb pasta sauce (such as Hunts®)
14 ½ ounces homestyle Alfredo sauce (such as Prego®)
1 tablespoon minced garlic

Steps:

  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add butter to melt. Season chicken and sausage with basil and oregano. Cook in the hot butter until sausage is browned and chicken is no longer pink and juices run clear, 7 to 10 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
  • Add broccoli, zucchini, squash, and bell pepper to the pan with more butter, if needed. Cook vegetable mixture until tender, 5 to 7 minutes, or to desired doneness.
  • Meanwhile, fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil. Cook fettuccine at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Drain and keep warm.
  • Pour pasta sauce and Alfredo sauce into the vegetable mixture and add garlic. Reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 7 minutes. Add cooked meat and continue to simmer, about 3 minutes more. Add pasta and mix well. Cover and remove from heat. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 594 calories, Carbohydrate 61.9 g, Cholesterol 58.9 mg, Fat 31 g, Fiber 6.2 g, Protein 19.6 g, SaturatedFat 12.5 g, Sodium 1161.8 mg, Sugar 12.6 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh, seasonal vegetables. This will give your pasta primavera the best flavor and texture.
  • Don't overcook the vegetables. They should be cooked until they are tender-crisp, not mushy.
  • Use a variety of vegetables. This will give your pasta primavera a more interesting flavor and texture. Some good options include asparagus, broccoli, carrots, zucchini, and bell peppers.
  • Use a light sauce. A heavy sauce will overpower the delicate flavors of the vegetables.
  • Garnish with fresh herbs. This will add a pop of color and flavor to your pasta primavera.

Conclusion:

Pasta primavera is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for spring and summer. With its fresh vegetables, light sauce, and delicate flavors, it is a surefire hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give pasta primavera a try. You won't be disappointed!

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