Chicken and Peas with Pasta

Total Time

Prep/Total Time: 30 min.

Makes

4-6 servings

Updated: Jun. 30, 2023
This creamy noodle dinner has a savory, satisfying flavor that just says "home". Unfortunately, everyone likes it so much there are never any leftovers!

Ingredients

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 1 medium green or sweet red pepper, chopped
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 2 cups frozen peas
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup half-and-half cream
  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • Salt to taste
  • 8 ounces pasta, cooked and drained
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup coarsely chopped walnuts, toasted

Directions

  1. In a 5-qt. Dutch oven, saute chicken in oil over medium heat until browned. Add onion, pepper and garlic; saute until tender. Add peas, broth, cream, Italian seasoning and salt; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer for 10 minutes. Add pasta and Parmesan cheese; simmer for 5 minutes. Garnish with walnuts.