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ITALIAN SHRIMP AND PASTA



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We like pasta with Italian tomato sauces, and this recipe is one we make often. It's heavy on the shrimp and light on the pasta, and that's the way we like it...we can remember when shrimp was unheard of in our budget, so I guess we're making up for it now!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 garlic clove, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained
1/2 cup chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
6 ounces uncooked angel hair pasta

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute garlic in oil for 1 minute or until crisp-tender. Add the tomatoes, broth, basil, oregano and pepper. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes. , Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions. Add the shrimp to the tomato mixture; cook for 5-6 minutes or until shrimp turn pink. Drain pasta; toss with shrimp mixture.,

Nutrition Facts : Calories 327 calories, Fat 8g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 168mg cholesterol, Sodium 443mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 25g protein.

ITALIAN SHRIMP 'N' PASTA



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This dish will remind you a bit of classic shrimp Creole, but it has a surprise Italian twist. Slow cooking gives it hands-off ease-perfect for company. -Karen Edwards, Sanford, Maine

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 7h50m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 2x1-in. strips
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
2 celery ribs, chopped
1 medium green pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 medium onion, coarsely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 bay leaf
1 cup uncooked orzo or other small pasta
1 pound peeled and deveined cooked shrimp (31-40 per pound)

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, brown chicken in oil; transfer to a 3-qt. slow cooker. Stir in tomatoes, celery, pepper, onion, garlic, sugar and seasonings. Cook, covered, on low 7-8 hours or until chicken is just tender., Discard bay leaf. Stir in pasta; cook, covered, on high until pasta is tender, about 15 minutes. Stir in shrimp; cook, covered, until heated through, about 5 minutes longer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 418 calories, Fat 12g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 165mg cholesterol, Sodium 611mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 36g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ITALIAN SHRIMP 'N' PASTA



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This dish is always a hit! The shrimp, orzo, tomatoes and cayenne pepper remind me of a Creole favorite, but the Italian seasoning adds a different twist. The strips of chicken thighs stay nice and moist during the slow cooking.

Provided by tweetyfan

Categories     Easy

Time 7h30m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 2-inch x 1-inch strips
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
2 celery ribs, chopped
1 medium green pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 medium onion, coarsely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon italian seasoning
1/8-1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 bay leaf
1/2 cup uncooked orzo pasta or 1/2 cup other small shell pasta
1 lb cooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, brown chicken in oil; transfer to a 3-qt. slow cooker. Add the next 10 ingredients; mix well. Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours or until chicken juices run clear. Discard bay leaf. Stir in the pasta; cover and cook on high for 15 minutes or until pasta is tender. Stir in shrimp; cover and cook for 5 minutes or until the shrimp are heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 319.9, Fat 9.3, SaturatedFat 1.7, Cholesterol 178.2, Sodium 667.4, Carbohydrate 25, Fiber 3.1, Sugar 8.7, Protein 33.7

ITALIAN SHRIMP 'N' PASTA



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Make and share this Italian Shrimp 'n' Pasta recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Jazz Lover

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 7h10m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into small pieces
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
2 celery ribs, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon italian seasoning
1/8-1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 bay leaf
1/2 cup orzo pasta, uncooked
1 lb medium shrimp, peeled and deveined

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, brown chicken in oil; transfer to a 3 quart slow cooker.
  • Add the next 10 ingredients; mix well.
  • Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours or until chicken juices run clear.
  • Discard bay leaf.
  • Stir in the pasta; cover and cook on high for 15 minutes or until pasta is tender.
  • Stir in shrimp; cover and cook for 2 minutes or until the shrimp are heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 312.9, Fat 7.3, SaturatedFat 1.2, Cholesterol 159.1, Sodium 651.4, Carbohydrate 25, Fiber 3.1, Sugar 8.7, Protein 36.2

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