CREAMY SHELLS AND CHICKEN

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"This is a great weeknight chicken dish. While it simmers I can throw together a salad or steam some broccoli, and I have a tasty dinner ready in a flash," writes Trisha Kruse of Eagle, Idaho. Using the pasta mix really makes this saucy meal easy to fix.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 3 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch strips
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons canola oil, divided
2 tablespoons butter, divided
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper
1-1/3 cups water
1/2 cup milk
1 package (4.9 ounces) creamy garlic shells
Shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, cook chicken over medium heat in 1 tablespoon oil and 1 tablespoon butter for 4-5 minutes or until no longer pink. Remove and keep warm. , In the same skillet, saute onion and peppers in remaining oil and butter until crisp-tender. Stir in the water, milk and shells. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10-12 minutes or until pasta is tender, stirring occasionally. Add the chicken; cook 2-3 minutes longer or until heated through. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 458 calories, Fat 23g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 74mg cholesterol, Sodium 835mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 23g protein.

USMAN BALOCH
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Meh. It was okay. The chicken was a bit dry and the sauce was a bit bland. I wouldn't make it again.


Elijah Hawley
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were great! The chicken was juicy and tender, and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I'll definitely be making this again.


josphat Karanja
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Not a fan. The chicken was tough and the sauce was too salty. I won't be making this again.


Cri Terion
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This recipe was ok. The chicken was a bit dry, but the sauce was flavorful. I might try it again with some modifications.


Vicki Golfin
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I was disappointed with this recipe. The chicken was dry and the sauce was bland. I won't be making this again.


Azal Graphic
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This recipe was a bit more work than I expected, but it was worth it. The chicken was fall-off-the-bone tender and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again for special occasions.


Itz KODEX
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. The chicken was tender and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Abbygail Gonzalez
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This recipe was so easy to follow and the results were amazing! The chicken was juicy and tender, and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I'll definitely be making this again.


Souleymane Diagouraga
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I was looking for a new chicken recipe and this one definitely fit the bill. The chicken was cooked to perfection and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Sherali Baz
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This was a delicious and easy weeknight meal. The chicken and shells were cooked perfectly and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Hassan Munubbi
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a hit. The chicken is always tender and juicy, and the sauce is so creamy and flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe!


Md. Tousif Khan
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This recipe was easy to follow and turned out great! The chicken was moist and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. My family loved it.


Flower Glow 2011
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I was a bit skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it! The chicken and shells were cooked perfectly, and the sauce was divine. I'll definitely be making this again and again.


Abdul Ahat
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This dish was a real crowd-pleaser! I made it for my family and everyone loved it. The chicken was tender and juicy, and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.