How to Make Summer Squash Chicken Alfredo - A Step-by-Step Guide

Summer squash chicken Alfredo is a delicious and hearty pasta dish that is perfect for a summer evening meal. The combination of tender chicken, fresh summer squash, and creamy Alfredo sauce creates a satisfying and flavorful dish that is sure to please everyone at the dinner table.

This recipe is a great way to use up the abundance of summer squash that is available during the warmer months. The squash adds a light and fresh flavor to the dish, and its tender texture pairs perfectly ...

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Ingredients

  • 2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
  • 2 tablespoons garlic, minced
  • 1 (8 ounce) package uncooked rigatoni pasta
  • 6 slices bacon
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 small zucchini, sliced
  • 1 small yellow squash, sliced
  • 1 cup Alfredo sauce
  • ¼ cup milk
  • 6 sun-dried tomatoes, softened and chopped
  • 3 tablespoons Parmesan cheese
  • ¼ cup sliced almonds

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 45 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a baking dish.
  • Place the chicken in the prepared baking dish, and coat with the garlic. Bake 25 minutes, or until chicken juices run clear. Cool and chop.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Place the rigatoni in the pot, cook 10 minutes, until al dente, and drain.
  • Place bacon in a skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Drain, crumble, and set aside.
  • Heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat, and saute the zucchini and yellow squash until tender and lightly browned.
  • In a small bowl, mix the Alfredo sauce and milk. Serve chicken over the cooked pasta. Pour Alfredo sauce over the chicken. Top with zucchini and squash. Sprinkle with sun-dried tomatoes, bacon, Parmesan cheese, and almonds.
  • Nutrition

    436 cal.

    • Total Fat: 23g
    • Saturated Fat: 8g
    • Cholesterol: 52mg
    • Sodium: 721mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 36g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 22g
    • Vitamin C: 8mg
    • Calcium: 75mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 386mg