Weekly Recipe
Chicken Breast Veggie Pasta
Ingredients:
1 boneless chicken breast (fresh or thawed)
1/2 cup dry pasta (any kind: elbow, penne, etc.)
1 small zucchini, diced
1 small yellow squash, diced
1 1/2 cups water
1/2 tsp salt
Optional: oil or margarine, pepper, garlic powder, bouillon cube, or Italian seasoning
Instructions (Microwave-Only):
Step 1: Cook the Pasta
In a large microwave-safe bowl, add:
1/2 cup dry pasta
1 to 1.5 cups water (enough to cover pasta)
Pinch of salt
Microwave uncovered for 8–10 minutes, stirring halfway.
Drain excess water and set pasta aside.
Step 2: Cook the Chicken
Dice chicken into small cubes (cooks faster and more evenly).
Place in a microwave-safe dish with a splash of water (1–2 tbsp).
Cover loosely and microwave on HIGH for 4–6 minutes, stirring halfway.
Check that chicken is fully cooked (no pink inside). Add more time if needed.
Step 3: Steam the Veggies
Place diced zucchini and yellow squash in a microwave-safe bowl with a splash of water.
Cover and microwave for 3–4 minutes until soft.
Drain any extra water.
Step 4: Combine & Season
In one bowl, mix:
Cooked pasta
Cooked chicken
Cooked veggies
Add a little oil or margarine, salt, pepper, and any seasoning you like.
Stir well and microwave again for 1–2 minutes to blend flavors.