Tarragon and Chicken Pasta (Cooking for 2)

Very Healthy
Health score
100%
Tarragon and Chicken Pasta (Cooking for 2)
25 min.
2
297kcal

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Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with our Tarragon and Chicken Pasta, a dish that perfectly balances flavor and health. This recipe is designed for two, making it an ideal choice for a cozy lunch or a romantic dinner. With a health score of 100, you can enjoy every bite knowing you're nourishing your body with wholesome ingredients.

In just 25 minutes, you can whip up a vibrant meal that features tender mostaccioli pasta, fresh vegetables like broccoli and carrots, and succulent pieces of chicken or turkey. The creamy sauce, enriched with fat-free milk and a hint of tarragon, brings everything together in a symphony of taste that will tantalize your taste buds. The addition of mushrooms and spinach not only enhances the dish's nutritional profile but also adds a delightful texture and color.

This Tarragon and Chicken Pasta is not just a meal; it's a celebration of healthy eating without compromising on flavor. With only 297 calories per serving, it’s a guilt-free option that fits perfectly into any balanced diet. Whether you're looking for a satisfying main course or a hearty side dish, this recipe is sure to impress. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to create a dish that’s as delicious as it is nutritious!

Ingredients

  • 2.3 ounces mostaccioli pasta uncooked
  • ounces mushrooms sliced
  • 0.5 cup broccoli florets 
  • 0.5 cup carrots thinly sliced
  • 0.5 cup skim milk fat-free (skim)
  • 1.5 teaspoons cornstarch 
  • teaspoon tarragon dried fresh chopped
  • 0.1 teaspoon salt 
  • clove garlic finely chopped
  • 1.3 ounces pkt spinach shredded
  • 0.8 cup roasted chicken cooked
  • ounce swiss cheese shredded reduced-fat

Equipment

  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. In 3-quart saucepan, cook pasta as directed on package-except add mushrooms, broccoli and carrot during the last 4 minutes of cooking.
  2. Meanwhile, in 1 1/2-quart saucepan, mix milk, cornstarch, tarragon, salt and garlic. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture thickens and boils. Stir in remaining ingredients until cheese is melted and spinach is wilted.
  3. Drain pasta mixture; toss with sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Calories297kcal
Protein35.6%
Fat15.68%
Carbs48.72%

Properties

Glycemic Index
159.04
Glycemic Load
12.71
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
28.557826104371%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.35mg
Kaempferol
2.99mg
Myricetin
0.11mg
Quercetin
1.54mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:297.38kcal
14.87%
Fat:5.19g
7.98%
Saturated Fat:1.63g
10.16%
Carbohydrates:36.27g
12.09%
Net Carbohydrates:32.82g
11.94%
Sugar:6.97g
7.74%
Cholesterol:46.17mg
15.39%
Sodium:286.67mg
12.46%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:26.5g
53.01%
Vitamin A:7359.27IU
147.19%
Vitamin K:113.14µg
107.75%
Selenium:41.13µg
58.76%
Phosphorus:389.46mg
38.95%
Vitamin C:29.02mg
35.18%
Vitamin B3:6.99mg
34.94%
Manganese:0.68mg
34.08%
Vitamin B2:0.49mg
28.95%
Calcium:284.36mg
28.44%
Vitamin B6:0.51mg
25.64%
Potassium:754.04mg
21.54%
Folate:75.24µg
18.81%
Magnesium:70.72mg
17.68%
Zinc:2.62mg
17.46%
Vitamin B5:1.74mg
17.41%
Copper:0.32mg
16.15%
Fiber:3.44g
13.77%
Iron:2.39mg
13.25%
Vitamin B12:0.76µg
12.71%
Vitamin B1:0.19mg
12.63%
Vitamin E:0.8mg
5.33%
Vitamin D:0.77µg
5.15%