Louisiana Chicken and Pasta Recipe

Name: Louisiana Chicken and Pasta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 ounces uncooked gemelli pasta (pasta twists); 4 slices bacon, cut into 1/2-inch pieces; 2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves, cut into 1/2-inch pieces; 1 cup diced green bell pepper; 1 medium onion, finely chopped (1/2 cup); 1 (15 ounce) can black-eyed peas or 1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans, drained; ½ cup progresso chicken broth; 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce; ½ teaspoon garlic pepper seasoning; ½ teaspoon dried thyme leaves; ⅛ teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne); 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, if desired

Servings: persons

8 ounces uncooked gemelli pasta (pasta twists)
4 slices bacon, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 cup diced green bell pepper
1 medium onion, finely chopped (1/2 cup)
1 (15 ounce) can black-eyed peas or 1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans, drained
½ cup progresso chicken broth
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
½ teaspoon garlic pepper seasoning
½ teaspoon dried thyme leaves
⅛ teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, if desired

1
Cook gemelli to desired doneness as directed on package.
2
Drain; cover to keep warm.
3
Meanwhile, cook bacon in large skillet over medium heat until crisp.
4
Add chicken, bell pepper and onion; cook 4 to 6 minutes or until chicken is browned, stirring occasionally.
5
Add all remaining ingredients except parsley; mix well.
6
Reduce heat to medium-low; cover and cook until chicken is no longer pink in center, stirring occasionally.
7
Stir in gemelli; cook and stir until thoroughly heated.
8
Sprinkle with parsley.

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 ounces uncooked gemelli pasta (pasta twists), 4 slices bacon, cut into 1/2-inch pieces, 2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves, cut into 1/2-inch pieces, 1 cup diced green bell pepper, and more.

Yes, Louisiana Chicken and 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.

Louisiana Chicken and Pasta

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