Thursday, June 10, 2010

Zesty Chicken and Broccoli Pasta

Chicken, Broccoli, and Pasta,
three of my favorite ingredients and they are all in this dish.
This is another family classic weeknight meal at our house.
This meal requires no oven baking, perfect for the warm summer months.
The Zesty Italian dressing gives this dish just the perfect blend of spices.
Serve with fresh fruit and French Bread, and you have a satisfying and tasty meal!


Zesty Chicken and Broccoli Pasta
serves 6

What You Need:

-1 cup Zesty Italian dressing
-2 cloves garlic, minced
-2 cups broccoli florets
-3 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
-8 oz. bow tie pasta or Penne Pasta (1/2 of a 1lb box of pasta)
-1/2 cup chopped tomatoes
-1/2 cup of mozzarella cheese, shredded
-1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, shredded

How To Make:

1. Cook pasta as directed on package.
2. Meanwhile, heat dressing and garlic in a large non-stick skillet on medium heat for about 2 minutes.
3. Add chicken and cook in dressing for 7 minutes. Add broccoli and cook another 4 minutes, or until chicken is completely cooked.
4. Add tomatoes and half of the mozzarella cheese to skillet; stir to mix lightly. Cook until heated through.
5. Add pasta to skillet, and stir to combine. Sprinkle with remaining Mozzarella cheese and Parmesan cheese.

Serve and enjoy!


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