Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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5
servings
0.5 lb

skinless chicken breast filets

cut in 1/2-inch cubes

0.5 cup

onion

sliced

2 tbsp

vegetable oil

2 cup

small whole mushrooms

1 cup

zucchini

julienne cut

1 cup

red bell pepper

julienne cut

27.5 oz

spaghetti sauce

0.5 lb

raw shrimp

deveined and shelled

2 cup

fresh spinach

cut into 1/4-inch strips

0.5 lb

fettuccine

cooked, rinsed and drained

1 unit

Provolone or Mozzarella cheese

shredded

Step 1
~3 min

Cut chicken breast filets into 1/2-inch cubes.

Step 2
~3 min

Slice onion.

Step 3
~3 min

Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet.

Step 4
~3 min

Sauté chicken and onion in hot oil until chicken is no longer pink.

Step 5
~3 min

Add whole mushrooms, julienned zucchini, and julienned red bell pepper.

Step 6
~3 min

Sauté for 2 minutes longer.

Step 7
~3 min

Add spaghetti sauce and deveined, shelled medium raw shrimp.

Step 8
~3 min

Simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes or until shrimp turns pink and chicken is cooked through.

Step 9
~3 min

Stir in fresh spinach, cut into 1/4-inch strips.

Step 10
~3 min

Cook for 3 to 5 minutes longer, or until spinach is wilted.

Step 11
~3 min

Serve over hot, cooked fettuccine.

Step 12
~3 min

Top with shredded Provolone or Mozzarella cheese.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.

Use fresh herbs for extra flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Sauce can be made a day ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of garlic bread.

Serve with a simple salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Garlic bread
Caesar salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Americanized Italian cuisine

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Family dinners
Casual gatherings

Occasion Tags

Weeknight dinner
Family meal
Casual entertaining

Popularity Score

70/100

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