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Chicken Spaghetti

Chicken Spaghetti

367 Ratings
367 Ratings
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Chicken Spaghetti
Makes: 4 Servings
Total Cost: $$$$

This colorful crowd-pleaser that incorporates vegetables, whole grains, protein and dairy in one dish. Serve with some fresh, frozen, canned, or dried fruit for a meal that contains all of the food groups.

Ingredients

  • vegetable oil spray
  • 4 ounces spaghetti, whole wheat uncooked
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • 1 red bell pepper, medium (thinly sliced)
  • 1 green bell pepper, medium (thinly sliced)
  • 1 onion, medium (chopped)
  • 2 cups cooked chicken breast, skinless and diced (cooked without salt, about 8 ounces)
  • 1 can tomatoes, diced undrained (14.5 ounces) (low sodium )
  • 1 can cream of chicken soup (reduced sodium (10.75 ounces))
  • 1/2 cup cheddar cheese, reduced fat shredded
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese (shredded or grated)
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper

Directions

  1. Wash hands with soap and water.
  2. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly spray an 8-inch square baking dish with vegetable oil spray.
  3. Prepare the spaghetti using the package directions, omitting the salt and oil. Drain well in a colander.
  4. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat the oil over medium heat, swirling to coat the bottom. Cook the bell peppers and onion for 4 to 5 minutes, or until tender, stirring occasionally.
  5. Pour into a large bowl. Stir in the remaining ingredients, including the spaghetti. Pour into a baking dish.
  6. Bake, covered, for 20 minutes. Bake, uncovered for 10 minutes, or until the mixture is warmed through and light golden brown on top.

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Source:

Power to End Stroke: 46 Healthy Soul Food Recipes Cookbook

Nutrition Information

Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
Nutrients Amount
Total Calories 389
Total Fat 13 g
Saturated Fat 4 g
Cholesterol 83 mg
Sodium 1019 mg
Carbohydrates 37 g
Dietary Fiber 6 g
Total Sugars 7 g
Added Sugars included 0 g
Protein 34 g
Vitamin D 0 mcg
Calcium 258 mg
Iron 3 mg
Potassium 689 mg

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Nutrients Amount
Total Calories 389
Total Fat 13 g
Saturated Fat 4 g
Monounsaturated Fat 4 g
Polyunsaturated Fat 2 g
Linoleic Acid 2 g
α-Linolenic Acid 0.1 g
Omega 3 - EPA 3 mg
Omega 3 - DHA 4 mg
Cholesterol 83 mg
Carbohydrates 37 g
Dietary Fiber 6 g
Total Sugars 7 g
Added Sugars included 0 g
Protein 34 g
Minerals
Calcium 258 mg
Potassium 689 mg
Sodium 1019 mg
Copper 375 mcg
Iron 3 mg
Magnesium 74 mg
Phosphorus 409 mg
Selenium 48 mcg
Zinc 3 mg
Vitamins
Vitamin A 128 mcg RAE
Vitamin B6 1 mg
Vitamin B12 0.4 mg
Vitamin C 74 mg
Vitamin D 0 mcg
Vitamin E 3 mg
Vitamin K 12 mcg
Folate 44 mcg DFE
Thiamin 0.3 mg
Riboflavin 0.4 mg
Niacin 9 mg
Choline 83 mg

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MyPlate Food Groups

Vegetables 1 cups
Grains 1 1/2 ounces
Protein Foods 2 1/2 ounces
Dairy 3/4 cups

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husband loved it we didn't have all the ingredients but it was superb!
12/18/18
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