SKILLET CHICKEN WITH BROCCOLI, ZITI & ASIAGO CHEESE RECIPE - (4.5/5)

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Skillet Chicken with Broccoli, Ziti & Asiago Cheese Recipe - (4.5/5) image

Provided by Foodiewife

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 pound chicken breasts, boneless, skinless, cut into 1-inch squares
Table salt and ground black pepper
2 tablespoons vegetable oil (or olive oil)
1 medium onion, minced (about 1 cup)
3 medium cloves garlic , minced or pressed through a garlic press (about 1 tablespoon)
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes
8 ounces ziti (2 1/2cups)
2 3/4 cups water, divided
1 2/3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
12 ounces broccoli florets (4 cups)
1/4 cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes , rinsed and chopped coarse
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 ounce grated Asiago cheese (1/2 cup), plus extra for serving
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Note: This recipe also works well with 8 ounces of penne. Parmesan cheese can also be substituted for the Asiago.

Steps:

  • Season the chicken with salt and pepper. Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil in a 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until just smoking. Add the chicken in a single layer and cook for 1 minute without stirring. Stir the chicken and continue to cook until most, but not all, of the pink color has disappeared and the chicken is lightly browned around the edges, 1 to 2 minutes longer. Transfer the chicken to a clean bowl and set aside. Add the remaining tablespoon of oil, onion, and 1/2 teaspoon salt to the skillet. Return the skillet to medium-high heat and cook, stirring often, until the onion is softened, 2 to 5 minutes. Stir in the garlic, oregano, and pepper flakes, and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add the ziti, 2 cups of the water, and the broth. Bring to a boil over high heat and cook until the liquid is very thick and syrupy and almost completely absorbed, 12 to 15 minutes. Add the broccoli, sun-dried tomatoes, and the remaining 3/4 cup water. Cover, reduce the heat to medium, and cook until the broccoli turns bright green and is almost tender, 3 to 5 minutes. Uncover and return the heat to high. Stir in the cream, Asiago, and reserved chicken with any accumulated juices and continue to simmer, uncovered, until the sauce is thickened and the chicken is cooked and heated through, 1 to 2 minutes. Off the heat, stir in the lemon juice and season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve, passing more grated Asiago at the table, if desired.

Idiau Agnes
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I made this dish for dinner last night and it was a big hit! The chicken was juicy and tender, and the broccoli was cooked perfectly. The Asiago cheese sauce was creamy and flavorful. The ziti pasta was also cooked perfectly. I will definitely be mak


Sonno Rampersaud
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This dish was delicious and easy to make. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the broccoli was still slightly crunchy. The Asiago cheese sauce was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again!


Smartphone Dhokan
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Great recipe! The chicken was tender and juicy, the broccoli was cooked perfectly, and the Asiago cheese sauce was creamy and flavorful. The ziti pasta was also cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again!


Lyndon Tongs
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This dish was easy to make and turned out delicious! The chicken was moist and tender, the broccoli was cooked perfectly, and the Asiago cheese sauce was creamy and flavorful. The ziti pasta was also cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this


Sanam Bishwokarma
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I've made this dish several times now and it's always a hit. The chicken is always cooked perfectly and the broccoli is always tender-crisp. The Asiago cheese sauce is creamy and flavorful, and it really brings the dish together. I highly recommend t


Joshua Tomlins
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This skillet chicken with broccoli ziti and Asiago cheese is a great weeknight meal. It's easy to make and it's always a hit with my family. The chicken is always tender and juicy, and the broccoli is cooked perfectly. The Asiago cheese sauce is crea


Muzamal Afzal
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I made this dish for dinner last night and it was a big success! The chicken was juicy and tender, the broccoli was cooked perfectly, and the Asiago cheese sauce was creamy and flavorful. The ziti pasta was also cooked perfectly. I will definitely be


Jayden Thompson
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This dish was a hit with my family! The chicken was tender and flavorful, and the Asiago cheese sauce was creamy and delicious. The broccoli was cooked perfectly, and the ziti pasta was al dente. I will definitely be making this again!


Betty Moraa
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! The chicken was cooked evenly and the broccoli was still slightly crunchy. The Asiago cheese sauce was creamy and flavorful. My family loved it!


Ruben Lazcano
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This skillet chicken with broccoli ziti and Asiago cheese is a delicious and easy one-pot meal. The chicken is tender and juicy, the broccoli is cooked perfectly, and the Asiago cheese adds a creamy and flavorful touch. I will definitely be making th