Monday, January 17, 2011

Chicken Cacciatore Pronto from Kraft


What You Need
1 Tbsp. KRAFT Light Zesty Italian Dressing
8   bone-in chicken thighs (1-1/2 lb.), skin removed
2 small red peppers, chopped
1 can  (14-1/2 oz.) Italian-style diced tomatoes, undrained
1/3 cup tomato paste
3 cloves  garlic, minced
1/2 lb. whole wheat spaghetti, uncooked
1/4 cup  KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese
1/2 cup KRAFT 2% Milk Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
Make It

HEAT dressing in large nonstick skillet on medium-high heat. Add chicken; cook 10 min. or until evenly browned, turning occasionally.
STIR in next 4 ingredients; cover. Simmer on medium-low heat 20 min. or until chicken is done (165°F), stirring occasionally. Meanwhile, cook spaghetti as directed on package.
REMOVE skillet from heat. Add Parmesan to chicken mixture; stir. Sprinkle with mozzarella; let stand 5 min. or until melted.
DRAIN spaghetti; place on platter. Top with chicken and sauce.

Kraft Kitchens Tips
Special Extra:
Add 1/4 cup sliced black olives along with the peppers, tomatoes, tomato paste and garlic.
 
Food Facts:
Since chicken thighs do not need long slow cooking times in order to tenderize them, they are more practical for quick weeknight dinners than other budget meat cuts.