Basil Chicken over Angel Hair

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Basil Chicken over Angel Hair
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Wed, 10-24-2007 - 7:23am



Basil Chicken over Angel Hair





Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 20 Minutes
Ready In: 35 Minutes
Yields: 4 servings

"Cubed chicken breast is simmered in a peppery tomato-basil sauce and tossed with fine strands of angel hair pasta."

INGREDIENTS:





1 (8 ounce) package angel hair

pasta (whole wheat)

2 teaspoons olive oil

1/2 cup finely chopped onion

1 clove garlic, chopped

2 1/2 cups chopped tomatoes


2 cups boneless chicken breast

halves, cooked and cubed

1/4 cup chopped fresh basil

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauce

1/4 cup Parmesan cheese

DIRECTIONS:




1.
In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook angel hair pasta until it is al dente, about 8 to 10 minutes. Drain, and set aside.

2.
In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Saute the onions and garlic. Stir in the tomatoes, chicken, basil, salt and hot pepper sauce. Reduce heat to medium, and cover skillet. Simmer for about 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until mixture is hot and tomatoes are soft.

3.
Toss sauce with hot cooked angel hair pasta to coat. Serve with Parmesan cheese.
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Registered: 09-30-2007
Thu, 10-25-2007 - 11:53am
That sounds divine.....I LOVE fresh basil!!!!!!!!