Pasta, Broccoli and Chicken

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A mixture of pasta, broccoli, pesto, tomatoes, and cheese that is practically a meal in itself, especially with cooked chicken. Great served with crusty bread or a tossed salad. Try using bow tie pasta for an added variation.

Submitted by Joanne

Updated on January 23, 2023

close up view of Pasta, Broccoli and Chicken with tomatoes on a white plate with a fork

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Prep Time:

10 mins

Cook Time:

15 mins

Total Time:

25 mins

Servings:

6

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Ingredients

12 ounces rigatoni pasta
½ pound fresh broccoli florets
¼ cup olive oil
1 tablespoon minced garlic
2 tablespoons pesto
1 cup chopped tomatoes
¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 pound boneless chicken breast halves, cooked and chopped
salt to taste
ground black pepper to taste

Directions

In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook pasta until al dente; drain.
Meanwhile, blanch broccoli in boiling water; remove with a slotted spoon and set aside.
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and pesto; sauté for 2 minutes. Stir in chopped tomatoes; set aside.
In a large bowl, toss cooked pasta with broccoli, cooked chicken, and tomato mixture. Add grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and ground black pepper; mix well and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

509	Calories
21g	Fat
46g	Carbs
34g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 509
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 21g	27%
Saturated Fat 6g	28%
Cholesterol 67mg	22%
Sodium 257mg	11%
Total Carbohydrate 46g	17%
Dietary Fiber 3g	12%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 34g	69%
Vitamin C 38mg	43%
Calcium 192mg	15%
Iron 3mg	17%
Potassium 464mg	10%

* 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.

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