Mario’s Meal

Mario’s Meal Servings: 24

Ingredient

Pasta, whole wheat, rotini Olive oil Tomatoes, cherry, sliced Asparagus, chopped Onions, chopped Parsley

Weight or Measure

4 cups 3 Tbsp 2 cups 3 cups 1 cup 1 Tbsp

Basil

1 Tbsp Parmesan cheese, grated ½ cup Chicken, boneless, skinless, cut into cubes 3 lbs Cooking spray -

Instructions:

1. Coat a large skillet in cooking spray. Add vegetables and spices. 2. Cook on medium-high heat for about 5 minutes. 3. Remove vegetables and add chicken. Cook about 3 minutes on each side, or longer depending on thickness of breasts. 4. In a separate pot, cook pasta noodles as directed. 5. Combine pasta and vegetables. 6. Drizzle with olive oil and small amount of parmesan cheese. 7. Dish ½ cup vegetables/pasta mix and top with 2 Tbsp of chicken cubes.

CACFP Guidelines:

½ cup vegetables/pasta mix topped with 2 Tbsp chicken cubes provides: • ½ oz equivalent of grains • ¼ cup equivalent of vegetables • 1.5 oz equivalent of meat/meat alternate

Tip: This dish can also be made with beans or turkey breast instead of chicken