Simple Way to Healthy Dinner Ideas With Chicken And Broccoli

Chicken And Broccoli Pasta

Name: Simple Way to Healthy Dinner Ideas With Chicken And Broccoli
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 8 servings

You can also add some toasted cashews and sesame seeds to the mix for extra flavor.

Recipe Summary Chicken And Broccoli Pasta

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

Ingredients | Healthy Dinner Ideas With Chicken And Broccoli

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.

Info | Healthy Dinner Ideas With Chicken And Broccoli

prep: 10 mins cook: 10 mins total: 20 mins Servings: 8 Yield: 8 servings

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