Best 13 Easy Chicken Pasta Primavera Recipes

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Chicken pasta primavera is a classic Italian dish with a vibrant medley of fresh vegetables, tender chicken, and a creamy sauce coating al dente pasta. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for a quick and healthy weeknight dinner or a special occasion lunch. It's a versatile dish that can be customized to your liking; for example, you can switch up the vegetables, use different pasta shapes, or make the sauce thicker or thinner. The result will be a delicious and satisfying meal that the whole family will enjoy.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CHICKEN PASTA PRIMAVERA



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Ready in under an hour, this pasta and veggie dish is perfect for any night of the week!

Provided by EatingWell Test Kitchen

Categories     Healthy Chicken Pasta Recipes

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 teaspoons olive oil
¼ cup chopped onion
1 clove garlic, minced
2 cups cauliflower florets
½ cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
¼ cup water
3 tablespoons finely shredded Parmesan cheese
⅛ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon black pepper
3 ounces dried whole grain spaghetti or linguine
2 cups broccoli florets, 1-inch asparagus pieces and/or coarsely chopped yellow summer squash
¾ cup bite-size strips red sweet pepper
Nonstick cooking spray
4 chicken breast tenderloins (8 oz. total), halved crosswise
2 tablespoons snipped fresh basil
1 Lemon zest

Steps:

  • For sauce, in a small saucepan heat oil over medium. Add onion and garlic; cook 3 to 4 minutes or until onion is tender, stirring occasionally. Stir in cauliflower and broth. Bring to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer, covered, 15 minutes or until tender; cool slightly. Transfer to a food processor. Add the water, cheese, salt and black pepper. Cover and process until smooth.
  • Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions, adding broccoli and sweet pepper the last 5 minutes. Drain, reserving 1/4 cup of the pasta cooking water.
  • Coat a 10-inch skillet with cooking spray; heat over medium. Add chicken; cook 10 minutes or until done (165 degrees F), turning once. Stir in sauce and pasta mixture. Heat through, stirring in enough of the reserved pasta cooking water if needed to reach desired consistency. Serve topped with basil and, if desired, lemon zest and additional cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 451 calories, Carbohydrate 44.9 g, Cholesterol 88.2 mg, Fat 12.1 g, Fiber 8.8 g, Protein 41.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 527.2 mg, Sugar 9 g

EASY 30-MINUTE CHICKEN PASTA PRIMAVERA RECIPE



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This 30-minute chicken pasta primavera recipe is a sure hit with your family! Fast and easy, it's loaded with chicken, vegetables, pasta, and plenty of cheese!

Provided by Katie Hale

Categories     Pasta

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts
4 tablespoon olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup carrots, chopped
1/2 cup frozen peas
1 cup green beans, cut into bite sized pieces
1/2 cup chicken broth
2 tablespoon lemon juice
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella
8 oz dry pasta (preferred type)
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1/4 cup grated parmesan

Steps:

  • Prepare pasta according to package directions. Drain, saving 1/2 cup of the pasta water and set aside.
  • Cut the chicken breasts into bite sized pieces or strips and season with salt and pepper.
  • In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat then place the chicken into the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes stirring regularly until lightly browned on the outside then remove from the pan.
  • Add the carrots to the pan and cook for 1 minute stirring regularly.
  • To the pan, add the green beans and cook an additional 1 minute.
  • Add in the peas, garlic, and tomatoes and stir then top with chicken broth, lemon juice, and 1/2 cup of the pasta water.
  • Bring to a boil then add the chicken back into the pan for another 3-4 minutes or until cooked through.
  • Mix in the cooked pasta and cheese and stir until the cheese has melted and the mixture is well combined.
  • Serve with additional cheese and fresh chopped parsley as a garnish.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 624 calories, Carbohydrate 54 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 109 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 23 grams fat, Fiber 5 grams fiber, Protein 49 grams protein, SaturatedFat 5 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 421 grams sodium, Sugar 6 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 15 grams unsaturated fat

EASY CHICKEN PASTA PRIMAVERA



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Easy Chicken Pasta Primavera is a delicious weeknight dinner recipe that's loaded with veggies and super simple to make!

Provided by Richa Gupta

Categories     Main

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 pound Fusilli Pasta
2 tablespoons Olive Oil (divided)
1 Chicken Breast
Salt and Pepper to taste
1 teaspoon minced Garlic
1 cup Broccoli florets
1/2 cup diced Zucchini
1/4 cup Asparagus tips
1/4 cup Bell Peppers
6-8 Cherry Tomatoes
1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning Blend
1/4 cup Heavy Cream
Grated Parmesan for topping

Steps:

  • Cook the pasta according to package directions till al dente.
  • Season the chicken breast with salt and pepper.
  • Heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a large pan and slide in the chicken breast. Cook on both sides for 4-5 minutes each till the chicken breast is cooked through.
  • Remove the chicken breast and let it rest. Once rested for 4-5 minutes, slice the breast or cut it into small bite sized pieces based on your preference and set aside while you cook the pasta.
  • In the same pan, add the remaining oil and garlic. Saute the garlic till fragrant and add broccoli and asparagus. Cook on medium high heat for 2-3 minutes and add the remaining vegetables. Saute the vegetables for another 2-3 minutes and add the cooked pasta, italian seasoning blend, salt, pepper and heavy cream. Toss everything well till the cream coats the pasta and mix in the chicken.
  • Top with grated parmesan and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 544 kcal, Carbohydrate 62 g, Protein 28 g, Fat 20 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Sodium 115 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 4 g, ServingSize 1 serving

EASY CHICKEN-PASTA PRIMAVERA



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Love fettuccine? Check out this version with chicken and veggies and all the trimmings!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 ounces uncooked fettuccine
1 cup broccoli flowerets
1/2 cup 1/4-inch strips carrot
1 teaspoon olive or vegetable oil
1/2 pound boneless skinless chicken breast halves, cut into 1/2-inch strips
1 garlic clove, finely chopped
1/3 cup ranch dressing
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon shredded fresh basil leaves or 1/8 teaspoon dried basil leaves

Steps:

  • Cook and drain fettuccine as directed on package--except add broccoli and carrot 1 minute before fettuccini is done.
  • While fettucine is cooking, heat oil in 10-inch nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken and garlic in oil 2 to 3 minutes, stirring frequently, until chicken is no longer pink in center; remove from heat.
  • Stir dressing, cheese and basil into chicken. Toss with fettucine and vegetables.

CHICKEN PASTA PRIMAVERA



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"This colorful combination of chicken, pasta and vegetables is very popular at my house," notes Raelynn Bulkley from Pleasant Grove, Utah. Coated in a creamy sauce, the made-in-minutes meal is sure to be well-received at your house, too.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups uncooked spiral pasta
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed
2 tablespoons butter
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 package (16 ounces) frozen broccoli-cauliflower blend, thawed
3/4 cup heavy whipping cream
3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute chicken in butter until chicken is no longer pink. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Add the vegetables and cream; cook until vegetables are tender. , Drain pasta. Add the pasta, cheese, salt and pepper to skillet; cook and stir until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 580 calories, Fat 30g fat (18g saturated fat), Cholesterol 151mg cholesterol, Sodium 1027mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 38g protein.

CHICKEN PASTA PRIMAVERA



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Make and share this Chicken Pasta Primavera recipe from Food.com.

Provided by SweetySJD

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 ounces spaghetti, uncooked
1 (11 ounce) can low-fat cream of chicken soup
3/4 cup water
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 1/2 teaspoons dried basil
3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 (16 ounce) package california-blend frozen vegetables
4 cups cooked chicken breasts, cubed
3 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated

Steps:

  • Cook spaghetti.
  • While spaghetti is cooking, in a saucepan, combine soup, water, lemon juice, basil, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Stir in vegetables, bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 3-5 minutes, until vegetables are tender.
  • Stir in chicken; heat through.
  • Drain spaghetti, add to chicken mixture and toss to coat.
  • Sprinkle with Parmesan to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 302.8, Fat 8.4, SaturatedFat 2.6, Cholesterol 80.6, Sodium 300.5, Carbohydrate 22, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 0.7, Protein 32.6

PASTA PRIMAVERA WITH CHICKEN



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Canned soup, frozen vegetables and other kitchen staples bring this popular family meal together in no time. Simply add a green salad and some garlic bread, and dinner is ready.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 ounces uncooked spaghetti
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) reduced-fat reduced-sodium condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
3/4 cup water
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1-1/2 teaspoons dried basil
3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 package (16 ounces) frozen California-blend vegetables, thawed
4 cups cubed cooked chicken breast
3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook spaghetti according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, combine the soup, water, lemon juice, basil, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Stir in vegetables; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 3-5 minutes or until vegetables are tender. , Stir in chicken; heat through. Drain spaghetti; add to chicken mixture and toss to coat. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 342 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 78mg cholesterol, Sodium 526mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 35g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

EASY SKILLET CHICKEN PRIMAVERA



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Great served over noodles, spaetzle, mashed potatoes, or rice! Versatile recipe to suit your taste!

Provided by vog2009

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes     Pan-Fried

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

½ cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon dried parsley
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 ½ pounds skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into strips
¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon minced garlic
2 ¼ cups low-sodium chicken stock
1 cup frozen mixed vegetables
1 pint grape tomatoes, halved
1 bunch green onions, diagonally sliced
1 medium zucchini, quartered and sliced
2 tablespoons sun-dried tomato pesto
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Whisk together flour, parsley, and basil in a medium bowl. Add chicken strips and toss until well coated.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken and cook, turning occasionally, until lightly browned on the outside and no longer pink, about 10 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
  • Add chicken stock, mixed vegetables, grape tomatoes, green onions, zucchini, and pesto. Cook, stirring occasionally, until heated through, about 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 301.8 calories, Carbohydrate 19.4 g, Cholesterol 60.8 mg, Fat 13.3 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 26.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 544 mg, Sugar 2.1 g

CHICKEN PASTA PRIMAVERA



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Make dinnertime easier with our tasty Chicken Pasta Primavera! This Healthy Living Chicken Pasta Primavera recipe is ready to enjoy in under 20 minutes.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Healthy Living Dinner Recipes

Time 17m

Yield Makes 3 servings, 1-1/3 cups each.

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups cut-up fresh vegetables (green peppers, zucchini, broccoli, carrots)
2 Tbsp. olive oil
1 pkg. (6 oz.) OSCAR MAYER CARVING BOARD Flame Grilled Chicken Breast Strips
4 oz. linguine, cooked, drained (about 2 cups)
3 Tbsp. KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese

Steps:

  • Cook and stir vegetables in hot oil in large skillet on medium heat 5 min. or until crisp-tender.
  • Add chicken and linguine; cook an additional 2 min. or until heated through, stirring occasionally.
  • Stir in the cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 350, Fat 14 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Sodium 480 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 24 g

CHICKEN 'N PASTA PRIMAVERA



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Slices of chicken and a blend of veggies are simmered until just done in a creamy Alfredo sauce with fettuccine.

Provided by Bird's Eye

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Birds Eye®

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken, thinly sliced
1 (12 ounce) bag Birds Eye® Recipe Ready Primavera Blend
1 cup prepared Alfredo pasta sauce
8 ounces fettuccine, cooked according to package directions

Steps:

  • Heat oil in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat and cook chicken, stirring occasionally, 8 minutes or until almost done. Remove chicken from pan.
  • Add Recipe Ready Primavera Blend and cook, stirring frequently, 5 minutes or until just tender. Stir in pasta sauce and bring to a boil. Add fettuccine and chicken and toss to coat.* Serve, if desired, with additional parmesan cheese and season with black pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 585.3 calories, Carbohydrate 53.1 g, Cholesterol 83.5 mg, Fat 25 g, Fiber 4.5 g, Protein 35.1 g, SaturatedFat 8.4 g, Sodium 669.1 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

SKILLET CHICKEN PASTA PRIMAVERA



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Yes, it's hard to believe how easy this creamy, veggie-packed chicken pasta is to make, or that you need only one skillet to make it, but what will surprise you most is how much your family will love it.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 package (14 oz) chicken tenders, cut into 1-inch pieces
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 teaspoons grated lemon peel
3 cups Progresso™ chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
8 oz farfalle (bow-tie) pasta
2 medium carrots, cut into 1/2-inch slices
2 cups trimmed 1-inch pieces asparagus (about 1 lb)
6 oz cream cheese, softened and cut into 1-inch cubes
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 cup Cascadian Farm™ frozen organic sweet peas, thawed

Steps:

  • Season chicken with 1/4 teaspoon of the salt and 1/4 teaspoon of the pepper.
  • In 12-inch skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add chicken; cook 5 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until chicken is browned on both sides and cooked through. Remove chicken from skillet. Add onion; cook 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened. Add garlic and lemon peel; cook 1 to 2 minutes or until fragrant.
  • Add broth; heat to boiling. Stir in pasta, carrots, remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and remaining 1/4 teaspoon pepper; reduce heat to medium. Cover and cook 11 minutes. Uncover; add asparagus and cooked chicken. Cover and cook 7 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is al dente and asparagus is just tender.
  • Stir in cubes of cream cheese, the Parmesan cheese and lemon juice until smooth. Add frozen peas; cook 1 to 2 minutes or until peas are heated through and sauce is creamy.
  • Remove from heat; let stand 5 minutes. Sauce will continue to thicken as it stands.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 630, Carbohydrate 62 g, Cholesterol 115 mg, Fat 4, Fiber 6 g, Protein 40 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1400 mg, Sugar 8 g, TransFat 1/2 g

GARLIC CHICKEN PRIMAVERA RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: olive oil, garlic, chicken breasts, asparagus, cherry tomato, carrot, pepper, salt, penne pasta, parmesan cheese

Provided by Tasty

Categories     Dinner

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic, chopped
2 chicken breasts, thinly sliced
2 cups asparagus, chopped
1 cup cherry tomato, halved
1 cup carrot, sliced
1 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon salt
4 cups penne pasta
1 cup parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large pot over high heat. Cook garlic and chicken until no pink is showing.
  • Add asparagus, tomatoes, carrots, salt, and pepper, cooking for about 2 minutes.
  • Add pasta and parmesan, stirring until cheese is melted and evenly distributed.
  • Serve.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 929 calories, Carbohydrate 133 grams, Fat 18 grams, Fiber 8 grams, Protein 56 grams, Sugar 8 grams

EASY CHICKEN PRIMAVERA



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Turning your favorite pasta dish into creamy chicken primavera is as easy as adding flavorfully seasoned and ready-to-serve chicken breast strips.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 15m

Yield Makes 4 servings, 2 cups each.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups fresh broccoli florets
1 medium red pepper, cut into 1-inch chunks
2 Tbsp. water
2 pkg. (6 oz. each) OSCAR MAYER CARVING BOARD Flame Grilled Chicken Breast Strips
1 cup CLASSICO Creamy Alfredo Pasta Sauce
1 pkg. (9 oz.) refrigerated fettuccine, cooked, drained
1/4 cup KRAFT Shredded Parmesan Cheese

Steps:

  • Place broccoli and red peppers in large skillet. Add water; cover.
  • Cook on medium heat 8 min. or until vegetables are crisp-tender. Add chicken and sauce; cook, uncovered, 2 min. or until heated through, stirring frequently.
  • Place hot fettuccine in large serving bowl. Add chicken mixture; mix lightly. Top with the cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 510, Fat 21 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 95 mg, Sodium 1730 mg, Carbohydrate 43 g, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 5 g, Protein 38 g

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh vegetables. If you can't find fresh vegetables, frozen vegetables will work just as well.
  • If you don't have white wine, you can substitute chicken broth or vegetable broth.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables to this recipe, such as broccoli, zucchini, or mushrooms.
  • If you want a creamier sauce, you can add 1/2 cup of heavy cream or sour cream to the sauce.
  • Serve this dish over your favorite pasta, such as spaghetti, fettuccine, or penne.

Conclusion:

Chicken Pasta Primavera is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is packed with fresh vegetables and tender chicken, and the creamy sauce is simply irresistible. This dish is sure to please everyone at the table!

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