Skinny Angel Chicken Pasta

Health score
37%
Skinny Angel Chicken Pasta
80 min.
6
398kcal

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Are you looking for a delicious yet healthy meal that the whole family will love? Look no further than this Skinny Angel Chicken Pasta! This delightful dish combines tender chicken breasts with a creamy, flavorful sauce made from fresh mushrooms, reduced-fat cream cheese, and a splash of white wine or chicken broth. It's a perfect balance of taste and nutrition, making it an ideal choice for lunch, dinner, or even as a side dish for gatherings.

With only 398 calories per serving, this recipe is designed to satisfy your cravings without compromising your health goals. The addition of frozen broccoli florets not only enhances the dish's vibrant color but also packs in essential nutrients, making it a wholesome option for any meal. Plus, the angel hair pasta adds a light and airy texture that complements the rich sauce beautifully.

Ready in just 80 minutes, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or leisurely weekends when you want to impress your guests without spending hours in the kitchen. The combination of Italian seasoning and Dijon mustard elevates the flavor profile, ensuring that every bite is bursting with deliciousness. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to enjoy a comforting, guilt-free meal that will leave everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • teaspoons olive oil 
  • oz mushrooms fresh sliced
  • 0.5 cup chicken broth dry white reduced-sodium (from 32-oz carton)
  • 10.8 oz cream of mushroom soup canned
  • oz cream cheese with chives and onion (from 8-oz container) reduced-fat
  • cup skim milk fat-free (skim)
  • teaspoons dijon mustard 
  •  chicken breast boneless skinless
  • teaspoon seasoning dried italian
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper 
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • oz angel hair pasta uncooked (capellini)
  • cups broccoli florets frozen (from 24-oz bag)

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • baking pan
  • glass baking pan

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 325°F. Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray.
  2. In 12-inch nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat.
  3. Add mushrooms; cook 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender. Reduce heat to medium low. Stir in wine and soup until blended and smooth.
  4. Add cream cheese; cook, stirring constantly, until cheese is melted and mixture is smooth. Stir in milk and mustard; cook just until thoroughly heated.
  5. Place chicken breasts in baking dish; sprinkle with Italian seasoning, pepper and salt.
  6. Pour sauce over chicken.
  7. Bake uncovered 35 to 45 minutes or until juice of chicken is clear when center of thickest part is cut (170°F).
  8. Meanwhile, in 5- or 6-quart saucepan, heat 3 quarts water to boiling.
  9. Add pasta; stir in broccoli. Return to boiling. Cook 2 to 4 minutes or until pasta is tender; drain.
  10. Serve chicken and sauce with pasta mixture.

Nutrition Facts

Calories398kcal
Protein37.8%
Fat21.58%
Carbs40.62%

Properties

Glycemic Index
34.71
Glycemic Load
13.1
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
30.122173848359%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.49mg
Kaempferol
4.76mg
Myricetin
0.04mg
Quercetin
1.98mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:398.11kcal
19.91%
Fat:9.52g
14.65%
Saturated Fat:3.41g
21.34%
Carbohydrates:40.32g
13.44%
Net Carbohydrates:36.8g
13.38%
Sugar:6.01g
6.68%
Cholesterol:86.29mg
28.76%
Sodium:721.24mg
31.36%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:37.53g
75.06%
Selenium:67.24µg
96.06%
Vitamin B3:15.01mg
75.03%
Vitamin C:56.28mg
68.22%
Vitamin K:65.52µg
62.4%
Vitamin B6:1.11mg
55.26%
Phosphorus:476.89mg
47.69%
Manganese:0.71mg
35.48%
Vitamin B5:3.1mg
30.99%
Potassium:1019.04mg
29.12%
Vitamin B2:0.49mg
28.62%
Copper:0.41mg
20.69%
Magnesium:77.71mg
19.43%
Zinc:2.53mg
16.84%
Folate:64.87µg
16.22%
Vitamin B1:0.22mg
14.97%
Fiber:3.52g
14.09%
Calcium:135.11mg
13.51%
Vitamin B12:0.75µg
12.55%
Vitamin A:607.24IU
12.14%
Iron:2.14mg
11.91%
Vitamin E:1.04mg
6.96%
Vitamin D:0.69µg
4.63%