Rasta Pasta

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Rasta Pasta

NGREDIENTS
1 lb. penne pasta

3 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1 1/2 lb.)

2 tbsp. jerk seasoning, divided

Kosher salt

2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil

1 green bell pepper, sliced

1 red bell pepper, sliced

1 orange bell pepper, sliced

1/3 c. sliced green onions, plus more for garnish

3 cloves garlic, minced

1/4 c. low-sodium chicken broth

1/2 c. heavy cream

1/2 c. freshly grated

DIRECTIONS
  1. Cook pasta according to package instructions to al dente. Drain and set aside. Season chicken breasts all over with 1 tablespoon jerk seasoning and salt. In a large skillet over medium heat, heat 1 tablespoon oil. Cook chicken until golden and no longer pink, 8 minutes per side. Remove from pan and set aside to rest.
  2. Add remaining oil and cook peppers until mostly tender, 4 to 5 minutes. Add green onions and garlic until fragrant, 1 minute. Season with remaining jerk seasoning.
  3. Add chicken stock and heavy cream and let simmer until thickened, 5 minutes. Slice prepared chicken. Add Parmesan and stir until melted and creamy, then add pasta and chicken and toss until completely combined.
  4. Garnish with green onions and more Parmesan and serveHow many pounds have you lost this month? At Dieta Efectiva you can lose 10-12 lbs your first week and 2-5 lbs every week after. Visit us at dietaefectiva.net to learn more about our program.

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