Pronto Saucy Pasta Skillet

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I'm not a very good cook but this was easy and SO full of flavor. I think next time I'll sub tomato sauce since I don't like chunky tomatoes. I served the chicken over cous...read more

posted by

a cook

on 12/16/2010

time

prep:

5 min

total:

15 min

servings

total:

4 servings

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Take 1 undrained can (14-1/2 oz.) diced tomatoes and 1/2 lb. of your favorite uncooked bite-size pasta and mix & match your recipe from these options...

meat options	vegetable choices	dressing and cheese possibilities
4 small boneless skinless chicken breast halves (1 lb.)	1 onion, chopped, 1 green pepper, chopped	1/2 cup KRAFT Sun-Dried Tomato Dressing, divided; 1 cup KRAFT Shredded Low-Moisture Part-Skim Mozzarella Cheese
1 lb. boneless beef sirloin steak, cut into 4 pieces	1 onion, sliced; 1 jar (4-1/2 oz.) sliced mushrooms, drained	1/2 cup KRAFT Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing, divided; 6 oz. VELVEETA Pasteurized Prepared Cheese Product, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
4 boneless pork chops (1 lb.)	1 cup frozen peas; 2 carrots, sliced	1/2 cup KRAFT Zesty Italian Dressing, divided; 1 cup KRAFT Shredded Cheddar Cheese
meatless: 1 can (15 oz.) cannellini beans, rinsed (add with the tomatoes)	2 cups fresh broccoli florets; 1 jar (4-1/2 oz.) sliced mushrooms, drained	1/2 cup KRAFT Ranch Dressing, divided; 1/4 cup KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese

Then follow our 3 simple steps:

COOK pasta as directed on package, omitting salt.

MEANWHILE, cook meat in 2 Tbsp. dressing in large skillet on high heat 5 min. or until meat is browned on both sides, turning after 3 min. Stir in tomatoes, vegetables and remaining dressing. Bring to boil. Simmer on medium heat 10 min. or until meat is done and vegetables are crisp-tender.

TOP with cheese; cover. Let stand 2 to 3 min. or until cheese is melted. Drain pasta. Serve topped with meat mixture.

Kraft Kitchens Tips

Special Extra

For a nice presentation, simply slide the meat, vegetables and sauce out of the skillet onto the cooked pasta.

Make Ahead

Get a head start on the next night's meal. Cook and drain 1 lb. pasta. Use half for this recipe, then cool the remaining pasta and toss with a little olive oil. Store in a resealable plastic bag in the refrigerator to enjoy another night.

Substitute

Prepare using elbow macaroni, rotini, small pasta shells or penne.

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carrie284

posted:12/17/2006

My family really enjoyed this dish! Easy to make! My daughter's friend even stayed to eat! Will make again!

CJjohnson2480

posted:12/13/2006

Easy and quick plus I was able to use ingredients I had on hand. And it was so delicious!!!

a cook

posted:12/7/2006

I substituted the dried tomatoe dressing with Zesty Italian, it was excellent.

lilman18

posted:12/5/2006

i love it so much

a cook

posted:11/29/2006

I made the chicken recipe and it was delicious and very easy to make. I would highly recommend it and plan on making it again soon!

Rosiecheex

posted:8/29/2006

I made the vegetable version, I used zucchini instead of the broccoli and fresh mushrooms. I wasn't too impressed with this one. It lacked flavor, I added Italian sausage to try to add flavor but it didn't work. My husband thought it was ok. I will try the other versions but I won't be making this one again.

dutchess1s

posted:8/16/2006

I made the beef version, only with Zesty Italian dressing. Gave the sauce an excellent flavor - can't wait to try the chicken version.

Brianna762

posted:7/19/2006

I made the chicken recipe: it was fast, easy, and delicious! A hit with the entire family!

ejolson77

posted:4/19/2006

I made the chicken dish with onions, peppers, and vinaigrette. It was ok. I couldn't taste the vinaigrette.

BioQueen66

posted:3/30/2006

this time I made it with Chicken, onions and mushrooms, with the Sun-Dried Tomato Vinaigrette dressing. The dressing gave the chicken such a great taste. we loved it. easy to make too.