Tuesday, July 2, 2013

Creamy Mediterranean Chicken




This recipe is a great way to enjoy a creamy pasta dish without all the fat and calories as those that you get at restaurants!  The chickpeas and reduced-fat cream cheese combine to make a rich sauce that will make you think that you're cheating on your diet!

Creamy Mediterranean Chicken

2/3 cup chicken broth
8 oz reduced-fat cream cheese, cubed
1 can chickpeas, rinsed
1/4 cup fat-free Italian Dressing
3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced
4 slices deli ham
1 package baby spinach leaves
1 1/2 cups angel hair pasta, cooked

Blend broth, cream cheese, 1/2 cup chickpeas, and Italian dressing in a blender until smooth and set aside.
Saute chicken until cooked.  Add ham and remaining chickpeas.  Pour cream cheese sauce over ingredients in the skillet; cover with lid.  Simmer on medium-low for 15 minutes.  Toss in pasta.