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| pasta (fusilli bucati): 8 oz |
| cannellini beans: 19 oz |
| chicken broth: 1/2 cup |
| garlic: 3 cloves |
| olive oil: 1 Tbl |
| plum tomatoes: 6 |
| chicken breasts: 12 oz |
| parsley: 1/4 cup |
| black pepper: 1/2 cup |
| salt: 1/2 tsp |
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1. In a large saucepan, cook pasta according to package directions; drain well and set aside.
2. In a blender or food processor, combine 3/4 cup of the beans and the chicken broth. Cover and blend or process until smooth. Place bean puree in pan used for cooking the pasta; bring to boiling. Return pasta to pan.
3. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook garlic in 1 tablespoon hot olive oil for 1 minute. Add tomatoes; cook for 1 minute. Add the remaining beans, shredded chicken, snipped parsley, pepper, and salt. Heat through.
4. Add the tomato mixture to hot pasta; toss to coat. Top with parsley sprigs and additional olive oil. Serve immediately. Makes 4 servings.