Tuesday, January 1, 2008

Chicken Pepper Pasta

INGREDIENTS:

6 tbsp. butter
1 med. onion, cut in thin wedges
1 med. red bell pepper, cut in strips
1 med. yellow bell pepper, cut in strips
1 tsp. minced garlic
3 skinless boneless chicken breast halves, cut into strips
3/4 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. cracked black pepper
1 (7 oz.) pkg. vermicelli
3/4 c. half & half
1 c. shredded Mozzarella cheese
1/2 c. Parmesan cheese

DIRECTIONS:

Stir in onions, peppers and garlic in melted butter in skillet. Cook 2-3 minutes. Remove from pan with slotted spoon, leaving behind juices. Add chicken, salt and pepper. Stir until chicken is browned, 7-9 minutes.

Prepare vermicelli according to package directions. Drain. Add vegetables, half & half, cheeses to chicken mixture. Reduce heat to medium until cheese melts, 3-5 minutes. Add vermicelli, toss to coat. 4-6 servings.

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