CHICKEN AND BROCCOLI PASTA

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Boneless chicken and broccoli make a delicious pairing in a tomato-garlic sauce. Use your favorite shaped pasta - penne and shells work well.

Provided by Gloria McShane

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 tablespoons olive oil
1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into 1 inch pieces
1 tablespoon chopped onion
2 cloves garlic, chopped
2 (14.5 ounce) cans diced tomatoes
2 cups fresh broccoli florets
salt and pepper to taste
1 pinch dried oregano
18 ounces dry penne pasta
ΒΌ cup fresh basil leaves, cut into thin strips
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a large skillet over medium heat, warm oil and add chicken; cook until slightly brown. Add onion and garlic to cook for about 5 minutes or until garlic is golden and onions are translucent.
  • Add tomatoes, broccoli, salt, pepper and oregano; stir well and bring to a boil. Cover and turn down heat to simmer for about 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until tender; drain and add back into pot. Pour chicken sauce into pot and mix well.
  • Add basil and toss well; top with Parmesan cheese. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 367.9 calories, Carbohydrate 51 g, Cholesterol 34 mg, Fat 7.7 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 23.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 296.1 mg, Sugar 5 g

Kalina Jocic
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This dish was easy to make and very flavorful. I used penne pasta instead of spaghetti and it worked out great. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the broccoli was still slightly crunchy. The sauce was also very flavorful and creamy. I will definit


Paul Midlick
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This dish was very good. I used chicken thighs instead of breasts and it worked out great. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the broccoli was still slightly crunchy. The sauce was also very flavorful and creamy. I will definitely be making this di


Ashok Thakur
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This dish was a bit too salty for my taste. I used low-sodium chicken broth and it was still too salty. I will definitely be making this dish again, but I will use less salt next time.


Harekrishna Patel
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This dish was easy to make and very flavorful. I used whole wheat pasta instead of white pasta and it worked out great. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the broccoli was still slightly crunchy. The sauce was also very flavorful and creamy. I will


Mr Basi
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This dish was very good. I used chicken breasts instead of thighs and it worked out great. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the broccoli was still slightly crunchy. The sauce was also very flavorful and creamy. I will definitely be making this di


Craig Barker
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This dish was a bit bland for my taste. I added some extra garlic and Italian seasoning and it was much better. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the broccoli was still slightly crunchy. The sauce was also very creamy.


Ss Aa
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This dish was easy to make and very flavorful. I used penne pasta instead of spaghetti and it worked out great. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the broccoli was still slightly crunchy. The sauce was also very flavorful and creamy. I will definit


Collins Mekika
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This dish was very good. I used chicken thighs instead of breasts and it worked out great. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the broccoli was still slightly crunchy. The sauce was also very flavorful and creamy. I will definitely be making this di


hark singh
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This dish was a bit too salty for my taste. I used low-sodium chicken broth and it was still too salty. I will definitely be making this dish again, but I will use less salt next time.


Owais Qurni
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This dish was easy to make and very flavorful. I used whole wheat pasta instead of white pasta and it worked out great. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the broccoli was still slightly crunchy. The sauce was also very flavorful and creamy. I will


Faiza Bebo
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I made this dish for my family and they loved it! The chicken was so tender and juicy, and the broccoli was cooked perfectly. The sauce was also very flavorful and creamy. I will definitely be making this dish again.


Enock TV
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This dish was very good. I used chicken breasts instead of thighs and it worked out great. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the broccoli was still slightly crunchy. The sauce was also very flavorful and creamy. I will definitely be making this di


Babatunde Martins
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This dish was a bit bland for my taste. I added some extra garlic and Italian seasoning and it was much better. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the broccoli was still slightly crunchy. The sauce was also very creamy.


Zak Trujillo
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. The chicken was cooked to perfection and the broccoli was still slightly crunchy. The sauce was also very flavorful and creamy. I will definitely be making this dish again.


Derrick Pittsburgh Steelers Higgins
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This dish was easy to make and very flavorful. I used penne pasta instead of spaghetti and it worked out great. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the broccoli was still slightly crunchy. The sauce was also very flavorful and creamy. I will definit


Hiwot Kasahun
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I made this dish last night and it was a hit with my family! The chicken was so tender and juicy, and the broccoli was cooked perfectly. The sauce was also very flavorful and creamy. I will definitely be making this dish again.


Leuna Binte Kabir
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This dish was absolutely delicious! I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfect. The chicken was cooked to perfection and the broccoli was still slightly crunchy, just the way I like it. The sauce was also very flavorful and creamy. I wil


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