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Creamy Pasta Primavera

Prep Time:
15 min

Total Time:
30 min

Makes:
6

4 cups penne pasta, uncooked

2 Tbsp. KRAFT CALORIE-WISE Zesty Italian Dressing

1-1/2 lb. (675 g) boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch chunks

2 zucchini, cut into chunks

1-1/2 cups cut-up fresh asparagus (1-inch lengths)

1 red pepper, chopped

1 cup 25%-less-sodium chicken broth

1/2 cup (1/2 of 250-g tub) PHILADELPHIA Light Cream Cheese Spread

1/4 cup KRAFT 100% Light Parmesan Grated Cheese

COOK pasta as directed on package.

MEANWHILE, heat dressing in large skillet on medium heat. Add chicken and vegetables; cook 10 to 12 min. or until chicken is cooked through, stirring frequently. Add broth and cream cheese spread; cook 2 min. or until cream cheese is melted, stirring constantly. Add Parmesan cheese; mix well.

DRAIN pasta; return to pot. Add chicken and vegetable mixture; toss lightly. Cook 1 min. or until heated through. (Sauce will thicken upon standing.)

Kraft Kitchens Tips

Substitute

Prepare as directed, using whatever vegetables you have on hand.

Special Extra

Sprinkle with 2 Tbsp. chopped fresh chives or basil just before serving.

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by alexander01 on 11/21/2008
" I can't believe how delicious and creamy this recipe is. I've made it twice now and each time I've added different vegetables - I used extra old cheddar instead of the Parmesan and it was great. It make a lot and there is always leftovers for lunch."

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