1 (16 oz) package chicken tenderloins, sliced into thirds
1/2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
Directions
Step #1
In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook pasta 8 to 10 mins or until al dente; rinse under cold water, drain & set aside.
Step #2 Saute chicken pieces in a large skillet over medium high heat until cooked through (juices run clear & meat is no longer pink inside); set aside.
Step #3 Add vegetables to same skillet & saute until cooked & crisp but not soggy; set aside.
Step #4 To Make Giardino Sauce: Heat butter in a small saucepan over low heat/flame.
Step #6 Saute for a few mins over med-heat/flame, making sure that you cook to reduce the acidity of the lemon juice (otherwise, when you add the cream, it will curdle).
Step #7 Stir in the water, then mix the sauce mix with a little cream & stir this together until mixture is not lumpy; add mixture to skillet, then add the remaining cream & stir all together until slightly thickened.
Step #8 Set aside.
Step #9 Combine cooked pasta, chicken & vegetables in a large skillet over med-heat/flame & heat through.
Step #10 Add sauce, stir all together & cook this until heated through & thickened.