Creamy Spinach Penne Pasta

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This is a great healthy choice meal from saltscapes" -"

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Steps

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In large pot of boiling water , cook pasta until tender , but firm.

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Drain.

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As pasta is cooking , heat 1 teaspoons oil in a skillet.

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Add chicken and saut 3-4 minutes or until almost cooked.

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Add red and orange peppers and spinach.

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Saut for another 3-4 minutes.

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Stir in lemon juice.

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Transfer mixture to a bowl and set aside.

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In the same pot used for pasta , heat remaining oil over medium heat.

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Blend in flour.

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Add garlic , milk and pepper.

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Cook , whisking constantly until mixture comes to a boil.

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Reduce heat and simmer for 2-3 minutes.

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Remove from heat.

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Add cheese and stir until blended.

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Add pasta , chicken and vegetables to sauce.

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Stir until combined.

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Ingredients

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penne rigate, canola oil, boneless skinless chicken breasts, red pepper, orange bell pepper, baby spinach, lemon juice, all-purpose flour, garlic cloves, 1% low-fat milk, fresh ground black pepper, medium cheddar