Fettuccine Alfredo with Chicken w/ Marinated Mushrooms and Whole Grain Bread

Today's Menu: Fettuccine Alfredo with Chicken w/ Marinated Mushrooms and Whole Grain Bread

Prepared a healthy version of Fettuccine Alfredo with Chicken tonight for dinner. I used 2 skinless Chicken Breasts, Classico Light Creamy Alfredo Sauce, Fresh Shredded Smoked Dutch Gouda Cheese, and the big calorie and carb cutter House Foods Tofu Shirataki (Fettuccine Shaped Noodles Substitute).

You'll just need Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Sea Salt, and pepper for seasoning. Then cook the Tofu Noodles according to package instructions.
Meanwhile, lightly rub chicken with olive oil. Season with salt and pepper if desired. In a large skillet over medium high heat, brown chicken for 7 to 8 minutes on each side, or until an internal temperature of 165°F is reached. Remove chicken from skillet. Allow to rest for 5 minutes and cut into thin strips.
Meanwhile, in a small saucepan over medium heat, warm the Classico Pasta Sauce for 4 to 6 minutes, or until heated through, stirring occasionally. The Sauce is only 60 calories and  Toss Noodles Sauce with cooked pasta until well coated and top with chicken strips and grated Smoked Dutch Gouda Cheese. Serve immediately. I left the full recipe and instructions at the bottom of the post. I served with Healthy Life Whole Grain Bread and a few of the Marinated Olives I made yesterday. Everything turned out fantastic! if you've never gave the Tofu Noodles a try, it's time! I left the product info and web link to House Foods below. By using Tofu instead of normal Whole Wheat Pasta i saved about 160 calories and 45 carbs! Huge difference.

For dessert later a bowl of Blue Bunny Naturally Frozen Chocolate and Vanilla Swirl Yogurt.



Fettuccine Alfredo with Chicken

Servings: 4
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Ingredients
1 jar (15 oz.) Classico® Creamy Alfredo Pasta Sauce
1 package (8 oz.) fettucinne pasta
4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves, about 4 oz. each
1 tablespoon olive oil
Directions
Cook pasta al dente according to package instructions and drain.
Meanwhile, lightly rub chicken with olive oil. Season with salt and pepper if desired. In a large skillet over medium high heat, brown chicken for 5 to 6 minutes on each side, or until an internal temperature of 165°F is reached. Remove chicken from skillet. Allow to rest for 5 minutes and cut into thin strips.
Meanwhile, in a small saucepan over medium heat, warm Pasta Sauce for 4 to 6 minutes, or until heated through, stirring occasionally. Toss Pasta Sauce with cooked pasta until well coated and top with chicken strips. Serve immediately.
Here's a tip: For added flavor, add 1 Tbsp. of chopped fresh basil to olive oil rub.
TIP: If desired, substitute Classico® Creamy Alfredo Pasta Sauce with Classico® Four Cheese Alfredo Pasta Sauce.

http://www.classico.com/recipes/recipedetails.aspx?id=6358

 TOFU SHIRATAKI (Yam Noodle with Tofu) FETTUCCINE SHAPE

Tofu Shirataki is a great pasta alternative made from blending the root of the Konnyaku - a member of the yam family and tofu.
It is a healthy, uniquely textured noodle - that pleases people of all ages!

VARIETY OF SHAPES:
Macaroni New!
Spaghetti
Fettuccine
Angel-Hair
*The Macaroni shape is available in only selected retailers.
LOW CARB - only 3g of carbs per serving
LOW CALORIE - 20 calories per 4 oz serving
FIBER - 2g per serving
NO CHOLESTEROL
NO SUGAR
GLUTEN-FREE, DAIRY-FREE
CONTAINS 10% CALCIUM
VEGAN
KOSHER CERTIFIED
*TOFU SHIRATAKI CANNOT BE FROZEN

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 113g / 4.0oz
Servings per Container: 2
Per Serving
Calories 20
Fat Calories 5
Per Serving %DV
Total Fat - 0.5g 1%
Sat. Fat 0g 0%
Trans Fat 0g 0%
Cholesterol - 0mg 0%
Sodium - 15mg 1%
Total Carb. - 3g 1%
Fiber Less Than 2g 9%
Sugars 0g
Protein - 1g
Vitamin A 0%
Vitamin C 2%
Calcium 10%
Iron 2%

http://www.house-foods.com/Tofu/tofu_shirataki.aspx


Light Creamy Alfredo

Classico® Light Creamy Alfredo has 50% less fat and 45% less calories than the leading brands of alfredo sauces, but all of the rich and creamy taste. This better-for-you indulgence is made with real, high-quality ingredients like cream, Parmesan cheese and butter.

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 1/4 cup (60g)
Servings per Container about 7
Amount Per Serving
Calories 60
Calories from Fat 45
  % Daily Value *
Total Fat 5g 8%
Saturated Fat 3g 14%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 25mg 8%
Sodium 330mg 14%
Total Carbohydrates 3g 1%
Dietary Fiber 0g 0%
Sugars 1g
Protein 1g
Vitamin A 2%
Vitamin C 0%
Calcium 4%
Iron 0%

http://www.classico.com/light-alfredo-sauces/light-creamy-alfredo-pasta-sauce.aspx