Ingredients

  • 12 ounces uncooked fettuccine pasta
  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves, cut into thin strips
  • 1 large red pepper, cut into thin strips
  • 2 cups snow peas, cut in half diagonally
  • 1 large carrot, cut into thin strips
  • Sauce
  • 1/2 cup low-fat chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup reduced-fat peanut butter
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 2 teaspoons grated gingerroot
  • 2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

Method

  • Combine all sauce ingredients in a blender and whirl until smooth. Set aside.
  • Cook fettucine according to package directions. Drain well and keep warm.
  • While pasta is cooking, spray a large work or skillet with non-stick spray and place over medium-high heat.
  • Add chicken and cook until no longer pink.
  • Add red pepper, snow peas and carrots.
  • Cook and stir for three more minutes, until vegetables are tender-crisp.
  • Add sauce.
  • Cook until bubbly and thickened.
  • Remove from heat, stir in cooked fettucine, and serve immediately.