Description

This one pot meal is easy to prepare and comes together in less than an hour. It's a high protein meal that's made with chicken and fresh vegetables in a light, creamy sauce.

Ingredients

• 1 c. fat-free milk
• 1/3 c. freshly grated Pecorino Romano or Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
• 1/3 c. 1/3 Philadelphia less-fat cream cheese
• 1 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
• 2 t. Cajun seasoning
• olive oil spray
• Kosher salt, and fresh ground black pepper
• 6 oz. fresh thin asparagus, ends trimmed and cut 1-inch pieces
• 1 1/2 c. low-sodium chicken broth
• 8 oz. bow tie pasta or favorite pasta
• 2 medium leeks, cleaned, white and light green parts thinly sliced
• 14 oz. can artichoke hearts, drained, rinsed, and quartered, if necessary
• 1 c. frozen peas, no need to thaw
• 1/4 c. finely chopped fresh basil

Steps

1. In a small blender, combine milk, grated cheese and cream cheese; set aside.
2. Season chicken with the Cajun seasoning.
3. Heat a large pot over high heat. When the pot is very hot, spray with the oil; add the chicken; season with salt and pepper, to taste. Cook, spreading it in a single layer on high heat until the bottom browns, about 3 minutes; flip; cook the second side until the chicken is browned on all sides and cooked through, about 2 - 3 minutes. Transfer to a platter.