Asian Chicken with Pasta

Name: Asian Chicken with Pasta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 6 servings.
Ingredients: 1/2 pound uncooked angel hair pasta; 1 pound chicken tenderloins, cut into 1-inch cubes; 1/3 cup prepared balsamic vinaigrette; 1/3 cup prepared Italian salad dressing; 1 package (12 ounces) broccoli coleslaw mix; 1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms; 3/4 cup julienned sweet red pepper; 1/2 cup sliced onion; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon pepper

Mild flavors make this a dish even picky eaters will like. The coleslaw mix brings a pleasing crunch to the veggie-filled recipe. Rebecca Sams - Oak Harbor, Ohio

Ingredients

1/2 pound uncooked angel hair pasta
1 pound chicken tenderloins, cut into 1-inch cubes
1/3 cup prepared balsamic vinaigrette
1/3 cup prepared Italian salad dressing
1 package (12 ounces) broccoli coleslaw mix
1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
3/4 cup julienned sweet red pepper
1/2 cup sliced onion
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Directions

Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute chicken in vinaigrette and salad dressing until no longer pink. Remove and keep warm.
In the same skillet, saute the coleslaw mix, mushrooms, red pepper and onion until tender. Add the seasonings. Stir in the chicken; heat through. Drain pasta. Add to chicken mixture; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts

1-1/2 cups: 320 calories, 8g fat (1g saturated fat), 44mg cholesterol, 474mg sodium, 38g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 4g fiber), 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 starch, 1 vegetable, 1 fat.

Originally published as Angel Hair Chicken Stir Fry in Simple & Delicious July/August 2009

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MarineMom_texas

Feb 21, 2017

We had this delicious recipe tonight. I followed the recipe but used green onions since that was all I had. It was easy to prepare and went together quickly. Both hubby and I want to have it again. I highly recommend this recipe.Volunteer Field Editor
rhcluvscady2

Jan 18, 2012

Good recipe, added some horseradish and soy sauce for added flavor but was yummy!
MomoJ

Jan 15, 2012

My son and I enjoyed this but we will make a few substitutions to fit our tastes. It seemed to be missing something.
Kerstin12

Jan 13, 2012

I thought this was a great dish and way fewer calories than ordering asian delivery! I did however replace the Italian dressing for an Asian sesame ginger vinagarette by wishbone and still used the balsamic. I ommited the ginger since it was in the dressing and thought the asian flavor was perfect! I also added crushed red pepper flakes because I love spicy. Lastly, in order to cut calories and carbs I used spaghetti squash and it tasted wonderful. Definitely going to make it again and I love that it's healthy.
kaa51

Jan 5, 2012

I have made it several times. Very easy, quick. The only thing I added different is to add more seasoning than what is called for. My family likes seasonings
kellermeanie

Jan 25, 2011

I would have to agree with time2cook. This wasn't the best. It was missing something, but I guess that's why it is considered a "lighter dish".
time2cook

Aug 3, 2010

I liked it, but needs a little something to add some more flavor. Not sure what to add. A thicker sauce of some kind would be good.
caotis

Aug 9, 2009

After quitting smoking 4 months ago, I gained 20 pounds, so started looking for recipes that were low in fat, yet high in flavor. This recipe fits the bill! I made my own Balsamic Viniagrette (balsamic vinegar, chopped garlic, salt, pepper, olive oil) and fresh chopped ginger (1 tsp) and garlic (2 tsp) instead of the ground.I will make this one again!
Gabrielle Schroader

Jul 30, 2009

Another delicious dish. The packaged slaw mix and pre-sliced mushrooms cut prep time. And I added some zucchini from my garden, which really blended nicely. I didn't realize I was out of ginger, so had to leave that out, and I missed it. I think it would have added that extra asian flavor I was looking for.