Cavatapi with Chicken Ragu, Mozzarella and Basil

10 Reviews

Prep: 10 min
Cook: 15 min
Ready In: 25 min

“A delicious chicken sauce, with fresh basil and Sargento Shredded Reduced Sodium Mozzarella makes for a new take on pasta night.” - by Sargento®

Ingredients

8 ounces cavatapi or penne pasta, uncooked
2 teaspoons olive oil
1/2 cup minced onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 pound ground chicken
1 (24 ounce) jar spicy red pepper pasta sauce
1 cup Sargento® Shredded Reduced Sodium Mozzarella Cheese
1/2 cup chopped fresh basil or Italian parsley

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Directions

Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting salt.
Meanwhile, heat oil in large saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; saute 3 minutes. Add chicken; saute until chicken is no longer pink, about 5 minutes. Add pasta sauce; simmer 10 minutes.
Drain pasta; transfer to four shallow bowls. Top with chicken ragu, cheese and basil.

Nutrition

Amount Per Serving (4 total)

Calories
520 cal
26%

Fat
11.7 g
18%

Carbs
52.9 g
17%

Based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Reviews (10)

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nikwik

Apr. 23, 2010

"This was easy, different, and really tasty. I live in Italy and so it is difficult to come across a new pasta dish that we haven't already tried. I think I will try this one out on some Italians jus..." See moret to see what they say."

Kristen

Jun. 25, 2010

"Certainly easy and edible, but not much flavor. I was disappointed in the lack of spice in the sauce (used Classico's brand) and should have added some crushed red pepper as it simmered. Could also ..." See morehave benefitted from some Italian seasonings with the browning chicken. Without the fresh basil it would have been a dud for me, but it was definitely a well-balanced, easy and inexpensive dinner."

Tracy98

Jan. 3, 2011

"This was quick, easy, and tasty. You can't go wrong with the simplicity of this recipe. We are very busy with the kids' activities so I am always looking for something to "whip up"...." See more"

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