Chicken and Broccoli Pasta

Name: Chicken and Broccoli Pasta
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Ingredients: 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; 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves, cut into thin strips; 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

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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.

Recipe by Gloria McShane

Updated on July 14, 2022

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Prep Time:

10 mins

Cook Time:

10 mins

Total Time:

20 mins

Servings:

8

Yield:

8 servings

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Ingredients

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
¼ cup fresh basil leaves, cut into thin strips
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

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 (per serving)

368	Calories
8g	Fat
51g	Carbs
24g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 368
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 8g	10%
Saturated Fat 1g	7%
Cholesterol 34mg	11%
Sodium 296mg	13%
Total Carbohydrate 51g	19%
Dietary Fiber 4g	13%
Total Sugars 5g
Protein 24g
Vitamin C 33mg	164%
Calcium 50mg	4%
Iron 3mg	17%
Potassium 345mg	7%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.