Zesty Chicken Pasta Recipe

Zesty Chicken Pasta Recipe

  • 1 (16 ounce) package Tyson® Tastybasted® Fresh Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts or Thighs (any flavor)
  • 3 cups uncooked tri-color rotini pasta, cooked
  • 2 cups small fresh broccoli florets
  • 1/3 cup vegetable oil
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
  • 1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1/2 cup diagonally sliced carrot
  • 1/3 cup sliced ripe olives
  • 1/4 cup sliced green onion
  1. COOK: Cook pasta according to package directions, adding broccoli during last 1 minute. Rinse with cold water and drain. Meanwhile, spray medium nonstick skillet with nonstick cooking spray; heat over medium heat. CLEAN: Wash hands. Place chicken in skillet; cook 4 minutes. Turn chicken, cover and cook 4 to 7 minutes longer or until internal juices run clear. (Or insert instant-read meat thermometer in thickest part of chicken. Temperature should read 170 degrees F for breasts, 180 degrees F for thighs.) Remove chicken, cool slightly and slice. In small bowl, blend oil, lemon juice, salt, thyme and red pepper flakes. In large bowl, combine pasta, vegetables and dressing; toss to mix well and coat. Top with sliced chicken.
  2. SERVE: Serve with bakery rolls, if desired.
  3. CHILL: Refrigerate leftovers immediately.