Penne with Chicken and Broccoli Recipe

Penne with Chicken and Broccoli Recipe

  • 8 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 (16 ounce) box BARILLA Penne
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 large onion, chopped
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons grated Romano cheese
  • Ground black pepper
  1. Bring 4 to 6 quarts of water to boil. Add broccoli; cook until tender, but still firm. Remove broccoli with slotted spoon; set aside.
  2. Return water to boil. Cook Penne according to package directions; drain, reserving 1 cup cooking water. Return Penne to pot.
  3. Meanwhile, heat oil in large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and onion; saute 3 to 4 minutes or until onion is tender, stirring occasionally. Add chicken; cook until no longer pink, stirring occasionally. Stir in broccoli and salt; cook until broccoli is broken down but still green, stirring occasionally.
  4. ADD hot Penne and reserved cooking water to broccoli mixture. Add cheese; toss. Serve immediately on individual dishes; top with pepper, to taste.
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