Spinach Fettuccine With Ginger Chicken Recipe

Name: Spinach Fettuccine With Ginger Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ⅓ cup chopped shallot; 1 garlic clove; 8 ounces boneless skinless chicken breasts; 8 ounces dried spinach fettuccine; ½ cup chicken stock, fat trimmed off; 1 medium yellow squash, trimmed and cut into matchsticks; 1 medium red bell pepper, trimmed and cut into strips; 1 large leek, white part only, trimmed and cut into 1-inch half rounds; 2 cups broccoli florets; 1 cup chopped mushroom; ¼ cup snipped fresh chives; ⅛ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 1 teaspoon dried thyme; 2 teaspoons freshly squeezed lime juice; 1 tablespoon dijon-style mustard; 2 tablespoons reduced sodium soy sauce; 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar; ¼ cup dry white wine; 2 teaspoons honey; 3 tablespoons grated fresh ginger

Servings: persons

⅓ cup chopped shallot
1 garlic clove
8 ounces boneless skinless chicken breasts
8 ounces dried spinach fettuccine
½ cup chicken stock, fat trimmed off
1 medium yellow squash, trimmed and cut into matchsticks
1 medium red bell pepper, trimmed and cut into strips
1 large leek, white part only, trimmed and cut into 1-inch half rounds
2 cups broccoli florets
1 cup chopped mushroom
¼ cup snipped fresh chives
⅛ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon dried thyme
2 teaspoons freshly squeezed lime juice
1 tablespoon dijon-style mustard
2 tablespoons reduced sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
¼ cup dry white wine
2 teaspoons honey
3 tablespoons grated fresh ginger

1
Preheat the oven to 350.
2
Put all the dressing ingredients in a blender and mix thoroughly at low speed.
3
Place the chicken in a shallow baking dish.
4
Pour half of the mixture from the blender over the poultry, reserving the remainder.
5
Cover and refrigerate the chicken for 20 minutes.
6
While the chicken is marinating, bring pot of water to boil over high heat.
7
Add the fettuccine and cook for 8 to 12 minutes to desired doneness.
8
In the meantime, remove the chicken from the refrigerator.
9
Uncover the baking dish and transfer it to the oven.
10
Bake for about 15 minutes, until the meat is no longer pink and the juices run clear.
11
When the pasta is cooked, remove the pot from the heat.
12
Drain the fettuccine and return it to the pot.
13
Stir the chicken stock and keep the mixture warm over the lowest heat setting.
14
Pour the juices from the chicken into a saute pan; add squash, bell pepper, leek, broccoli and mushrooms.
15
Saute for about 3 minutes, just until the vegetables begin to wilt.
16
Transfer the pasta to a warm serving bowl, along with the vegetables.
17
Shred the chicken on top.
18
Add the reserved dressing and toss.
19
Garnish with the snipped chives.

280

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Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

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 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ⅓ cup chopped shallot, 1 garlic clove, 8 ounces boneless skinless chicken breasts, 8 ounces dried spinach fettuccine, and more.

Yes, Spinach Fettuccine With Ginger Chicken 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.

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Spinach Fettuccine With Ginger Chicken

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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