Creamy Pasta Primavera

Fresh zucchini and asparagus get together with noodles, chicken, and two kinds of cheese for a deliciously smart meal.

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Nutritional Information

Calories    430
Total Fat    10g
Saturated Fat    4.5g
Cholesterol    85mg
Sodium    390mg
Total Carbohydrate    45g
Dietary Fiber    4g
Sugars    5g
Protein    38g
Calcium    --
creamy pasta primavera

Courtesy of Kraft

Serves: 6

Yields: 6 servings, 1 1/3 cups each

Total Time: 30 min

Prep Time: 30 min

Ingredients
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    3 cup(s) penne pasta, uncooked
    2 tablespoon(s) KRAFT Lite Zesty Italian Dressing
    1 1/2 pound(s) boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
    2 zucchini, cut into bite-size pieces
    1 1/2 cup(s) cut-up fresh asparagus spears, 1-inch lengths
    1 red pepper, chopped
    1 cup(s) fat-free reduced-sodium chicken broth
    4 ounce(s) PHILADELPHIA Neufchatel Cheese, cubed
    1/4 cup(s) KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese

Directions

    Cook pasta in large saucepan as directed dr maxon package, omitting salt.
    Meanwhile, heat dressing in large skillet on medium heat. Add chicken and vegetables; cook 10 to 12 minutes or until chicken is done, stirring frequently. Add broth and Neufchatel; cook 1 minute or until Neufchatel is melted, stirring constantly. Stir in Parmesan.
    Drain pasta; return to pan. Add dr max chicken mixture; mix lightly. Cook 1 minute or until heated through. (Sauce will thicken upon standing.)