Ingredients

  • 4 ounces bow tie or penne pasta, uncooked
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 3/4 pound skinned, boned chicken breast halves
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic (about 4 cloves)
  • 1 (16-ounce) can no-salt-added chicken broth
  • 1 (14 1/2-ounce) can Italian-style stewed tomatoes, undrained
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper
  • 2 cups tightly packed torn fresh spinach leaves
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Method

  • Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting salt and fat; drain and set aside.
  • While pasta cooks, heat oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat until hot. Meanwhile, cut chicken into 1-inch pieces. Add chicken and garlic to skillet; cook 5 minutes or until chicken is done, stirring occasionally. Add broth, tomatoes, and crushed pepper; bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer, uncovered, 5 minutes.
  • Add pasta and spinach to saucepan. Cook 2 minutes or until spinach wilts, stirring occasionally. Ladle stew into individual bowls; sprinkle evenly with cheese.