Creamy Chicken And Pine Nut Pasta Recipe

Name: Creamy Chicken And Pine Nut Pasta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 lb whole wheat spaghetti; 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite sized cubes; 2 tablespoons pine nuts; 1 cup skim milk; 1 tablespoon flour; 1/2 teaspoon coarse ground mustard; 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg; 1 teaspoon sea salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, freshly ground; 1/2 cup basil leaves, chiffonade; 1 garlic clove, minced; 1/4 cup white onion, minced

Servings: persons

1/2 lb whole wheat spaghetti
1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite sized cubes
2 tablespoons pine nuts
1 cup skim milk
1 tablespoon flour
1/2 teaspoon coarse ground mustard
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1 teaspoon sea salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 cup parmesan cheese, freshly ground
1/2 cup basil leaves, chiffonade
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 cup white onion, minced

1
Cook pasta according to package directions minus one minute. Drain.
2
Heat a large skillet to medium-high heat with olive oil. Add onion. Cook for about 2 minutes until soft. Add chicken. Saute until cooked through. Add garlic.
3
Mix together milk and flour in a separate bowl, dissolving the flour well. Add to chicken & onion mixture. Season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil.
4
Add nutmeg and mustard. Mix well and cook for an additional 5-7 minutes until sauce has thickened. Lower heat to low.
5
Add cheese, pine nuts, and pasta to the mixture. Stir well. Remove from heat and add basil.
6
Check for seasoning before serving.

410

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 lb whole wheat spaghetti, 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite sized cubes, 2 tablespoons pine nuts, 1 cup skim milk, and more.

Yes, Creamy Chicken And Pine Nut Pasta falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Creamy Chicken And Pine Nut Pasta

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