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

  1. In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook pasta until al dente; drain.

  2. Meanwhile, blanch broccoli in boiling water; remove with a slotted spoon and set aside.

  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and pesto; sauté for 2 minutes. Stir in chopped tomatoes; set aside.

  4. 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.

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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.