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    Chicken + Spinach Casserole*


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    Recipe Link: http://www.garvick.com/recipes-fps/chi2f105.htm

    Chicken + Spinach Casserole*

    10 ounces uncooked mostaccioli pasta
    1, 10 ounce package frozen chopped spinach,
    ...thawed - place on paper towels and squeeze
    ...until dry
    2 teaspoons vegetable oil
    2/3 cup chopped onion
    2 garlice cloves, minced
    1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breast,
    ...cut into 1 inch pieces
    2, 14 1/2 ounce cans whole tomatoes,
    ...undrained and coarsely chopped
    3 Tablespoons tomato paste
    1 1/4 teaspoons dried basil
    3/4 teaspoons dried oregano
    1/4 teaspoon salt
    1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
    1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided

    Cook pasta al dente to package directions, omitting salt and
    fat. Drain.
    Coat a large nonstick skillet with cooking spray.
    Add oil, and place over med high heat until hot.
    Saute onion and garlic until tender.
    Add chicken; cook just until chicken looses its pink color,
    stirring constantly.
    Stir in tomatoes and tomato paste.
    Stir in basil, oregano, salt and red pepper. Bring to a boil.
    Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
    Coat a 13 x 9 x 2 inch baking casserole with cooking spray.
    Combine pasta, spinach, chicken mixture and 1/2 ofcheese in a bowl;
    stir well.
    Pour into casserole and sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup cheese.
    Bake at 350 degrees F. for 20 minutes.

    MMMMM good.


 

 

 


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