Western Wagon Wheels
1 pound Wagon Wheels, Rotini or other medium pasta shape, uncooked 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 tsp. pepper 1 1/2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces 3 tbsp. vegetable oil, divided 2 to 3 cups broccoli florets 2 carrots, thinly sliced 1 cup frozen whole kernel corn 1 tbsp. water 1 (18-oz.) bottle barbecue sauce
Prepare pasta according to package directions.
While pasta is cooking, combine flour and pepper in a zip-top plastic bag. Add chicken and shake until well coated.
Heat one tablespoon oil in a large skillet. Add half the chicken and stir-fry until brown on all sides. Remove from pan. Repeat with 1 tablespoon oil and remaining chicken. Remove from pan.
Add remaining 1 tablespoon oil to skillet and heat . Add broccoli, carrots and corn; stir-fry 2 minutes.
Add water ; cover and cook 3 to 4 minutes or until vegetables are tender-crisp.
Add chicken and barbecue sauce to skillet; cook until thoroughly heated.
When pasta is done, drain well. Place in a large bowl; add hot chicken mixture and toss well .
Servings: 10 Source: National Pasta Association
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