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Chicken Artichoke Pasta

Here’s a colorful, delicious chicken dish easy enough for weeknights, but special enough for guests. A light wine sauce adds lovely flavor.

—CATHY DICK ROANOKE, VA



START TO FINISH: 30 MIN. • MAKES: 4 SERVINGS


6 ounces uncooked fettuccine

1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into thin strips

3 teaspoons olive oil, divided

1/2 cup fresh broccoli florets

1/2 cup sliced fresh mushrooms

1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

2 garlic cloves, minced

1 can (14 ounces) water-packed artichoke hearts, rinsed, drained and halved

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon dried oregano

2 teaspoons all-purpose flour

1/4 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth

1/3 cup white wine or additional reduced-sodium chicken broth

1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley

1 tablespoon shredded Parmesan cheese

1. Cook the pasta according to the package directions; drain.

2. Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, cook chicken in 2 teaspoons oil over medium heat until no longer pink. Remove; keep warm.

3. In same skillet, saute broccoli in remaining oil 2 minutes. Stir in mushrooms, tomatoes and garlic; cook 2 minutes. Add artichokes, salt and oregano; heat through.

4. Combine flour with broth and wine until smooth; stir into pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Add parsley and reserved chicken. Add fettuccine to chicken mixture and toss to coat. Sprinkle with cheese.