Summer Squash Pasta with Ricotta Cheese

Summer Squash Pasta with Ricotta Cheese

Wash basil, chop.  Fill a large pot with water and a dash of salt. Bring to a boil. Cook pasta for 8-10 minutes. Reserve 1 C. of pasta water. Drain. Rinse. Wash and cut tomatoes in half.  In a skillet on medium high heat add 1 T. of oil and cook chicken for 5-7 minutes, until done (165 degrees). Remove. Let rest 5 minutes. Slice. In a large skillet on medium heat add 1T. of oil and the onions. Sauté for 3-4 min. Add the squash and tomatoes. Season with salt and pepper. Sauté for 3-4 minutes. Add the reserved pasta water, pasta, and chicken. Stir until combined. Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the pasta. Stir.  Dollop the Ricotta cheese over pasta and top with basil.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 serving (¼ recipe)
Servings Per Container: 4

Nutrient Amount
Calories 570
Total Fat 19 g
Saturated Fat 8 g
Cholesterol 95 mg
Sodium 620 mg
Total Carbohydrates 58 g
Dietary Fiber 5 g
Total Sugars 7 g
Added Sugars 0 g
Protein 43 g

Key Micronutrients:
Vitamin D 4% • Calcium 20% • Iron 15% • Potassium 18%


Ingredients

Chicken, penne pasta (wheat), yellow squash, ricotta cheese (milk), grape tomatoes, Parmesan cheese (milk), onion, basil, Italian seasoning.


Allergen Statement

Contains: Milk, Wheat

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