Quick Weeknight Chicken Penne Alfredo Source: Adapted from Better Homes and Gardens Eat Well Lose Weight magazine

INGREDIENTS

1 1/2 cups

dry penne pasta {I use whole wheat}

2 cups

baby carrots {from 'the package' ~ already peeled & ready}

3 cups

fresh broccoli florets

1 lb

boneless chicken breasts OR about 2 1/2 c. chopped fully-cooked chicken

tub light chive-flavored or garden vegetable-flavored cream cheese spread

1/2 cup

2% or skim milk

1/3 cup

shredded Parmesan cheese

1/4 tsp

ground black pepper

1/4 tsp

salt

2 tbsp

olive or canola oil