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Creamy Chicken And Pasta
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This make-ahead Creamy Chicken and Pasta freezer meal delivers restaurant-quality flavor with just minutes of reheating. Al dente rigatoni, tender chicken breast slices, and sweet green peas are enveloped in a rich Parmesan-herb sauce brightened with capers. Perfect for meal prepping, each portion freezes beautifully for up to three months, making weeknight dinners a breeze. This satisfying comfort food balances sophisticated flavors with familiar ingredients for a crowd-pleasing dish that's ready whenever you need it.
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Ingredients
3 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup flour
1 onion, chopped
1 tablespoon capers, drained
2 cans (14 1/2 ounces each) chicken broth
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
2 teaspoons dried Italian herb blend
1 pound rigatoni, cooked according to package directions to just al dente
2 boneless, skinless, chicken breast halves, grilled, thinly sliced
1 package (10 ounces)frozen peas

Directions
Melt butter in heavy pot over medium heat.
Stir in flour.
Add onion and capers; cook until onions become translucent and mixture begins browning, about 3 minutes.
Whisk in chicken broth; heat to boiling, stirring constantly.
Reduce heat to simmer; cook 5 minutes.
Remove from heat; stir in cheese and herbs.
Cool completely, about 30 minutes.
Divide pasta among four microwave-safe freezer bowls.
Top with chicken, peas and sauce.
Cover with plastic or a lid; freeze for up to 3 months.
To serve:
Vent the plastic or remove the lid and cover with a paper towel.
Microwave frozen containers separately on High (100 percent power) until hot, about 5 minutes, stirring halfway through cooking time.
Let rest 1 minute before serving.
Servings\Yield
4 servings
Nutrition Facts
Nutrition Per Serving - Calories: 520; Total Fat: 14g (Saturated Fat: 7g); Cholesterol: 60mg; Sodium: 890mg; Total Carbohydrates: 68g (Dietary Fiber: 6g, Sugars: 7g); Protein: 31g
*Nutrition information is provided as a general estimate only. Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients, and is based on available nutrient data. Variations may occur based on ingredient brands and preparation methods.
💬 Uncle Dave says... Per serving: 655 calories (20 percent from fat), 14 g fat (7 g saturated), 40 mg cholesterol, 1,035 mg sodium, 99 g carbohydrate, 30 g protein, 8 g fiber.
🧑‍🍳 The Cook:  Carol Jancsi 🔑 Keywords: chicken, pasta, chicken broth
🗂️ Categories: 🍗 Chicken & Other Poultry, 🍝 Pasta Dishes
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Creamy Chicken And Pasta was added on March 02, 2009 and last updated on August 21, 2025.
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