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Heart Healthy Brown Rice Penne Chicken Recipe

                   
Brown Rice Penne Chicken
Gluten-free pasta joins chicken breast strips and mozzarella cheese in this tantalizing penne dish. Try this hearty, garlicky option for an irresistible pasta bake that brings big flavor to the table.
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Ingredients
Recipe yields 6 servings
14 oz brown rice penne pasta
3 cups raw broccoli florets
2 garlic cloves, minced
3/4 cup chicken breast strips
3/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
3/4 cup shredded reduced-fat mozzarella cheese
3 Tbsp skim milk
2 Tbsp reduced-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth (gluten free if needed)
1/4 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
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Directions
Step 1

Preheat oven to 350°.

Step 2

Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Add broccoli during the last 5 minutes of cooking. Drain pasta and broccoli and transfer to a 13 x 9-inch baking dish.

Step 3

Lightly coat a skillet with nonstick cooking spray and heat over medium-high heat until hot. Add garlic and chicken strips and cook until chicken is no longer pink. Transfer chicken to baking dish. Sprinkle shredded cheeses over pasta mixture.

Step 4

In a bowl, combine milk, broth, salt and pepper. Pour milk mixture over the pasta mixture and stir to distribute evenly. Bake for 30 minutes, covered with foil, until mixture is bubbly and cheese is melted.

Time: 60 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 327
Make this for: Healthy Kids Gluten Free
Dietary Review:
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Jane Schwartz, RDN, CLT
This recipe has been reviewed by a dietitian.
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Nutrition facts
Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
Per serving:
calories:327
total fat:5g
sat fat:2g
cholesterol:24mg
sodium:363mg
total carb:48g
fibers:2g
proteins:21g

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Looking for a gluten-free pasta recipe that is both delicious and nutritious? The search is over, as we have just the recipe for you! This celiac-friendly dinner recipe combines brown rice pasta, juicy chicken breast, broccoli and mozzarella cheese for a filling and flavorful pasta dish. Since this recipe is low in saturated fat (2g per serving) and sodium (363mg per serving), but high in protein (21g per serving), it is a great option for anyone looking for a heart-healthy recipe. While many pasta recipes tend to be loaded with carbs and calories, this recipe is sure to have you leaving the dinner table guilt-free. With just 327 calories and 48 grams of carbohydrates per serving, you can be sure to indulge in the low-calorie pasta recipe guilt-free. Enjoy your new favorite weeknight recipe!

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Heart Healthy Brown Rice Penne Chicken Recipe
Ingredients
Recipe yields 6 servings
14 oz brown rice penne pasta
3 cups raw broccoli florets
2 garlic cloves, minced
3/4 cup chicken breast strips
3/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
3/4 cup shredded reduced-fat mozzarella cheese
3 Tbsp skim milk
2 Tbsp reduced-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth (gluten free if needed)
1/4 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
Directions
Step 1

Preheat oven to 350°.

Step 2

Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Add broccoli during the last 5 minutes of cooking. Drain pasta and broccoli and transfer to a 13 x 9-inch baking dish.

Step 3

Lightly coat a skillet with nonstick cooking spray and heat over medium-high heat until hot. Add garlic and chicken strips and cook until chicken is no longer pink. Transfer chicken to baking dish. Sprinkle shredded cheeses over pasta mixture.

Step 4

In a bowl, combine milk, broth, salt and pepper. Pour milk mixture over the pasta mixture and stir to distribute evenly. Bake for 30 minutes, covered with foil, until mixture is bubbly and cheese is melted.

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