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Balsamic Chicken Fettuccine


January is a time when many people make the decision to eat healthier.  I personally made that decision in October 2017, and I've lost 50lbs!  Now if you are a follower of the blog, you know I'm not eating all healthy 100% of the time, I'm a big believer in enjoying everything in moderation.

It's so much easier to eat things that are good for you if they're pleasing to the eye, and have great textures.  This Balsamic Chicken Fettuccine from the Taste of Home test kitchen is one of those dishes.  I didn't make any changes to the recipe this time, though I will definitely switch to in season fresh tomatoes and broccoli when they are available.

I added the mushrooms, but I'm going to admit that I'm not really the biggest fan. I'll also be upfront that my guys would not touch most of this one with a ten foot pole.  They are avid veggie haters.  The great thing about this is, they'll eat the chicken and the pasta, and I can mix the veggies just into my serving.

Thanks so much to Heather and Christie for hosting this event. Be sure to go and check out the links down below to see the other amazing dishes being shared today!   You can also join the Facebook group to see what we we are sharing from #OurFamilyTable here.



Balsamic Chicken Fettucine


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ingredients:

  • 8 ounces uncooked fettuccine
  • 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
  • 2 tablespoons plus 1/2 cup balsamic vinaigrette, divided
  • 1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
  • 1 medium red onion, chopped
  • 2 cans diced tomatoes (14-1/2 ounces each) undrained
  • 2 cups frozen broccoli florets
  • 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning

instructions:

  1. Cook fettuccine according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute chicken in 1 tablespoon vinaigrette until no longer pink. Remove and keep warm.
  2. In the same skillet, saute mushrooms and onion in 1 tablespoon vinaigrette until tender. Add the tomatoes, broccoli, Italian seasoning and remaining vinaigrette; cook 5-6 minutes longer or until heated through.
  3. Drain fettuccine. Add fettuccine and chicken to skillet and toss to coat.
Source:https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/balsamic-chicken-fettuccine/
Chicken, Pasta, healthy
Dinner, lunch, healthy
American
Created using The Recipes Generator

 

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  1. KateJanuary 13, 2019 at 3:46 PM

    I'm a huge fan of balsamic! This sounds delicious.

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    1. JoleneJanuary 14, 2019 at 6:39 AM

      We are too, I love it in beef stew and on caprese pasta salad, so many great ways to use it!

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  2. Cindy KerschnerJanuary 13, 2019 at 4:14 PM

    Great idea for a weeknight dinner!

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    1. JoleneJanuary 14, 2019 at 6:40 AM

      Yes! It comes together super fast, and much better for you than going through a drive through :)

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  3. KarenJanuary 13, 2019 at 9:03 PM

    50 pounds! Congratulations! I love too that you enjoy everything in moderation. This sounds delicious too.

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    1. JoleneJanuary 14, 2019 at 6:41 AM

      Thank you so much! It was especially challenging during Christmas Cookies Week, but I treated myself occasionally and made it through :)

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  4. Kelli DavidsonJanuary 14, 2019 at 7:24 AM

    As soon as I saw this, I knew I was going to make it. I went over to ToH to get the nutrition info and find that it has 11 WW Smart Points -- so I may even make this tonight! We are all on WW FreeStyle and this is a lower point, yet hearty meal. Thanks!

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    1. JoleneJanuary 14, 2019 at 8:14 AM

      So glad it's going to work into your plan! Hope you enjoy it as much as we did :)

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  5. ChrisJanuary 14, 2019 at 9:38 AM

    So much flavor in one meal! Balsamic is such a great addition to any recipe. It just elevates all the flavors.

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  6. Jaida ~ Sweet BeginningsJanuary 14, 2019 at 11:55 AM

    I love balsamic-anything, and who doesn't love a good chicken fettuccine?!? I can't wait to try this!

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  7. A Day in the Life on the FarmJanuary 14, 2019 at 12:42 PM

    I'll bet this was very flavorful with the balsamic vinaigrette.

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  8. Sue LauJanuary 15, 2019 at 2:07 PM

    Healthy comfort foods are the best so meals don't become a chore.

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  9. CarleeMarch 3, 2019 at 7:54 AM

    Luckily broccoli, mushrooms and tomatoes are on the list of veggies my guys will eat, so I can make the whole dish your way ;-) This looks delicious!

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