Best 7 Fusilli With Garlicky Broccoli Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey with our delectable Fusilli with Garlicky Broccoli recipe, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This vegetarian delight features tender fusilli pasta generously coated in a savory sauce bursting with the vibrant flavors of garlic, olive oil, red pepper flakes, and a touch of white wine. Broccoli florets, roasted to perfection, add a delightful crunch and a pop of verdant color to each bite. As you savor this dish, you'll appreciate the harmonious blend of textures and the delightful interplay of flavors that make it a true masterpiece.

But that's not all! This article also offers a collection of equally enticing recipes that cater to diverse dietary preferences and culinary desires. For those seeking a meat-free alternative, the Lemony Chickpea and Spinach Pasta Salad is a refreshing and flavorful option. Packed with protein-rich chickpeas, tender spinach, and a zesty lemon dressing, this salad is a delightful choice for a light and healthy meal.

If you're craving something warm and comforting, the Creamy Tomato and Sausage Pasta is sure to satisfy. Succulent Italian sausage, sautéed with aromatic garlic and onions, mingles harmoniously with a rich and creamy tomato sauce, creating a dish that is both hearty and incredibly flavorful. Served over al dente pasta, this dish is sure to become a family favorite.

For those with a taste for bold and spicy flavors, the Spicy Cajun Shrimp Pasta is an absolute must-try. Plump and succulent shrimp are coated in a vibrant Cajun spice blend and sautéed until perfectly tender. Combined with a creamy and slightly spicy tomato sauce, this pasta dish delivers a delightful kick that will leave you craving more.

And for a truly indulgent experience, the Creamy Pesto Chicken Pasta is a culinary masterpiece. Tender chicken breast, seared until golden brown, is tossed with a luscious creamy pesto sauce, adding a burst of aromatic basil and nutty Parmesan cheese. Served over al dente pasta, this dish is a celebration of flavors that will leave you feeling satisfied and utterly delighted.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

FUSILLI WITH BROCCOLI AND CHICKEN



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Serve four food groups in one delicious dish: corkscrew pasta, broccoli, chicken, and a sprinkling of Parmesan.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 can (14 1/2 ounces) chicken broth
2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
1/4 cup plus 1 teaspoon olive oil
Salt
1 head broccoli, separated into small florets
1 pound fusilli pasta, (or similar size pasta, such as ziti)
2 garlic cloves, crushed with the flat side of a knife
Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving

Steps:

  • Bring broth to a boil in a medium saucepan. Add chicken. Reduce heat to medium-low; cover. Simmer until cooked through, about 10 minutes. Remove chicken; let cool. Using a fork, shred meat into bite-size pieces. Toss with 1 teaspoon oil and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Set aside.
  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil; add salt. Add broccoli, and cook until bright green and tender, about 3 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon; drain, and pat dry with paper towels. Add pasta to boiling water; cook until al dente. Drain.
  • Heat remaining 1/4 cup oil in a large skillet over medium heat until hot but not smoking. Add cooked broccoli and the garlic. Cook, stirring often, 2 minutes. Stir in shredded chicken and cooked pasta. Cook 1 minute more. Remove garlic cloves. Transfer pasta mixture to a large platter. Serve with cheese.

FUSILLI WITH RAPINI (BROCCOLI RABE), GARLIC, AND TOMATO WINE SAUCE



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Delicious in the spring, cut rapini before it flowers for tender greenery. Absolutely delicious and very easily adaptable for whatever's growing in your garden.

Provided by sophie

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 40m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 bunch broccoli rabe, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
½ cup uncooked fusilli pasta
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 cloves garlic, roughly chopped
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 sprig fresh rosemary
½ teaspoon dried Italian herb mix, or to taste
¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, or to taste
¼ cup white wine
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
2 green onions, sliced
1 clove garlic, minced
2 teaspoons grated Parmesan cheese, or to taste

Steps:

  • Fill a saucepan with enough water to cover the broccoli rabe, sprinkle in some salt, and bring the salted water to a boil. Stir in the broccoli rabe, and cook until bright green and just starting to become tender, about 2 minutes; drain the rabe, and cool in a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Drain well, and pat dry with paper towels.
  • Fill a pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil over high heat. Once the water is boiling, stir in the fusilli, and return to a boil. Cook the pasta uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the pasta has cooked through, but is still firm to the bite, about 12 minutes. Drain well in a colander set in the sink.
  • While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat, and cook and stir the 2 roughly-chopped garlic cloves until they start to turn translucent, about 2 minutes; sprinkle with salt and black pepper, and stir in rosemary sprig, dried Italian herb mix, and crushed red pepper flakes.
  • Stir in the blanched rabe, white wine, and tomatoes; remove rosemary sprig, and bring the mixture to a boil. Mix in the cooked fusilli pasta, green onions, and 1 minced clove of garlic; simmer for 1 more minute, and serve topped with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 353.5 calories, Carbohydrate 26.3 g, Cholesterol 1.8 mg, Fat 21.3 g, Fiber 6 g, Protein 9 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 390.4 mg, Sugar 7.6 g

FUSILLI WITH CHICKEN AND BROCCOLI RABE



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis Bio & Top Recipes

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided, plus more for the pasta water
1/2 pound (8 ounces) fusilli pasta
1 bunch broccoli rabe, cut into 1-inch pieces
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 cloves garlic, smashed and peeled
1 shallot, sliced
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional
Half a rotisserie chicken, meat pulled and shredded, about 2 cups shredded meat
1 cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat. Season the water generously with salt. Cook the pasta for 2 minutes less than the package directions indicate, about 6 minutes. Add the broccoli rabe to the water with the pasta and cook for an additional minute. Drain well reserving 1 cup of the pasta water.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the oil and heat an additional minute. To the hot oil add the garlic, shallot, 1/2 teaspoon salt and red pepper flakes, if using. Cook, stirring often with a wooden spoon for 2 minutes or until soft and fragrant. Add the chicken and toss well to coat in all the flavors. Cook, stirring often until lightly browned, about 4 minutes. Add the pasta to the pan along with the Parmigiano-Reggiano. Toss well to combine adding the pasta water as needed to create a light sauce. Serve with additional cheese if desired.

FUSILLI WITH BROCCOLI AND ANCHOVIES



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This is Italian country cooking at its best, a simple dish that requires few ingredients and very little time. Use the same pot of water that you use to cook the broccoli for the pasta. Then finish the broccoli and anchovy mixture in a pan while the pasta is cooking, and toss the pasta with the sauce right in the pan.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     quick, weekday, pastas, main course

Time 30m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 generous bunch broccoli (about 1 3/4 pounds)
Salt and black pepper
1 pound fusilli pasta
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
4 to 5 anchovy fillets (to taste), rinsed and chopped
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Freshly grated Parmesan or pecorino, for serving

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a rolling boil. Cut broccoli crowns from stems, leaving about 1 inch of stem at the base of each crown; set aside thick stems for another purpose.
  • Salt boiling water generously and add broccoli. Boil 5 to 6 minutes, until tender enough to break apart with a fork.
  • Using a skimmer, tongs or a slotted spoon, transfer broccoli crowns to a bowl of cold water (do not drain water from pot). Drain broccoli, then blot on paper towels. Chop fine.
  • Bring water in pot back to a boil and add fusilli.
  • While fusilli is cooking, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium heat in a wide, heavy skillet and add garlic, anchovies and red pepper flakes, if using. Cook, stirring and mashing anchovies with the back of a wooden spoon, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in chopped broccoli.
  • Add a ladle or two (about 1/2 cup) of the pasta water to the broccoli, season to taste with salt and pepper and stir over medium heat for 5 minutes. Broccoli should be very soft. Remove another ladle of pasta water and set aside.
  • Drain pasta and toss at once with broccoli and remaining olive oil. Add water you set aside if you think it needs more moisture. Serve at once, sprinkled with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 395, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 66 grams, Fat 9 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 15 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 510 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams

CHICKEN, BROCCOLI AND FUSILLI IN GARLIC CREAM SAUCE



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Provided by Nicholas Puniello

Categories     Milk/Cream     Chicken     Garlic     Pasta     Sauté     Kid-Friendly     High Fiber     Broccoli     Bon Appétit     Boston     Massachusetts     Small Plates

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

5 cups broccoli florets (from about 1 large bunch)
3/4 pound fusilli or other corkscrew pasta
1/4 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons chopped garlic (about 8 cloves)
3 large skinless boneless chicken breast halves, cut crosswise into 1/2-inch-thick strips
1 cup dry white wine
1 cup canned low-salt chicken broth
1 cup whipping cream
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook broccoli in large pot of boiling salted water until crisp-tender, about 4 minutes. Using slotted spoon, transfer broccoli to large bowl. Add fusilli to same pot and cook until just tender but still firm to bite. Drain pasta.
  • Meanwhile, heat oil in heavy large skillet over high heat. Add garlic and chicken and saut$amp;eacute; until chicken is just cooked through, about 3 minutes. Using slotted spoon, transfer chicken to bowl with broccoli. Add wine, broth and cream to skillet and boil until sauce thickens slightly, about 8 minutes. Add pasta, broccoli, chicken and cheese to sauce and toss until mixture is heated through and coated evenly with sauce.

FUSILLI & BROCCOLI



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Found this in a magazine.Cut out most of the oil it called for as it really didn't need that much. Great main entree. Or a great side dish with chicken or seafood.

Provided by Katha

Categories     Vegetable

Time 30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

16 ounces fusilli (I like the long kind broken in half)
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup low-sodium low-fat chicken broth
1 head fresh broccoli, cut in flowerets
grated cheese

Steps:

  • Prepare pasta according to package directions.
  • In a medium skillet, saute garlic& red pepper in oil about 5 mimutes, until garlic is lightly browned.
  • add broth keep warm.
  • Add broccoli to pasta water the last 2-3 minutes.
  • Drain pasta& broccoli.
  • Return to pot.
  • Pour garlic mixture over pasta.
  • Toss to coat well.
  • Place in serving bowls.
  • Dust with cheese if desired.
  • Serve 8.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 235.5, Fat 2.6, SaturatedFat 0.4, Sodium 12.3, Carbohydrate 44.5, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 1.4, Protein 8

BROWN RICE FUSILLI WITH BROCCOLI RABE OR GREENS



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This is based on a classic dish from Puglia, in Southern Italy. I love the bitter flavor of the broccoli raab (my 10-year old son and his friends did not). Broccoli raab is a member of the brassica family and brings to the dish the cancer fighting phytonutrients that this family of vegetables is famous for, plus a substantial wallop of calcium, potassium, folate, and vitamins C, K, and A.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Time 20m

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 bunch broccoli raab (about 1 pound), washed in 2 changes of water
Salt to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (to taste)
3/4 pound brown rice fusilli
1/2 cup grated Parmesan, or a mix of pecorino and Parmesan

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Trim off the bottoms of the broccoli raab stems and slice the remaining part of the stems about 1/2 inch thick. When the water comes to a boil, season generously with salt and add the broccoli raab. Cook for 4 minutes, or until tender, and transfer using a spider or a slotted spoon to a bowl of ice cold water. Let sit for a few minutes and drain. Squeeze out water and chop fine. Set aside the water for the pasta.
  • Heat the oil over medium heat in a large nonstick skillet and add the garlic and red pepper flakes. Cook until the garlic smells fragrant, 30 seconds to a minute, and add the broccoli raab. Toss together for a minute, season to taste with salt, and remove from the heat but keep warm.
  • Bring the water back to a boil and add the fusilli. Cook al dente, about 9 minutes. Stir 1/2 cup of the pasta water into the greens. Drain and toss the pasta with the greens and cheese. Serve at once.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 455, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams, Carbohydrate 71 grams, Fat 14 grams, Fiber 8 grams, Protein 15 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 514 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram

Tips:

  • Choose the right broccoli: Look for broccoli crowns that are deep green and tightly closed. Avoid crowns that have yellowing or brown florets.
  • Prepare the broccoli properly: Cut the broccoli into 1-inch florets and then blanch them in boiling water for 1-2 minutes, or until they are tender-crisp. This will help to preserve their color and nutrients.
  • Use fresh garlic: Fresh garlic has a much stronger flavor than garlic powder or garlic salt. If you don't have fresh garlic, you can substitute 1/4 teaspoon of garlic powder for each clove of garlic.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: When you're cooking the broccoli and garlic, don't overcrowd the pan. This will prevent the broccoli from getting evenly cooked.
  • Season to taste: Once the broccoli and garlic are cooked, season them to taste with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.

Conclusion:

Fusilli with Garlicky Broccoli is a quick and easy pasta dish that is packed with flavor. The broccoli is tender-crisp, the garlic is fragrant, and the red pepper flakes add a touch of spice. This dish is perfect for a weeknight meal or a casual lunch. It can also be easily customized to your own taste preferences. For example, you can add some cooked chicken or shrimp, or you can use a different type of pasta, such as penne or rotini.

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