PASTA SHELLS WITH CHICKEN AND BRUSSELS SPROUTS

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If you've always thought that you dislike Brussels sprouts, you've probably never tried them in a combination like this. Mild chicken tames the strength of the sprouts while garlic, lemon juice, red-pepper flakes and Parmesan unite the two main ingredients and complement them both. Frozen Brussels sprouts are surprisingly good in this recipe, too, though not as fine as fresh.

Provided by Chef mariajane

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons cooking oil
3 tablespoons butter
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1 1/3 lb. in all)
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/2 red onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, chopped
3/4 lb Brussels sprout, cut into quarters from top to stem end (or 1 ten ounce package, frozen)
1 cup canned low sodium chicken broth or 1 cup homemade stock
1/8 teaspoon dried red pepper flakes
1 1/2 teaspoons lemon juice
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1/3 cup parmesan cheese, grated
1/2 lb medium pasta shell

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick frying pan, heat 1 tablespoon each of the oil and the butter over moderate heat. Season the chicken with 1/4 teaspoons each of the salt and pepper. Cook the breasts until browned and just done, 4-5 minutes per side. Remove the chicken from the pan and let it rest for 5 minutes. Cut into small pieces.
  • In the same pan, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon oil over moderately low heat. Add the red onion and cook, stirirng occasionaly, until starting to soften, about 3 minutes. Stir in the garlic, Brussels sprouts, broth, and red-pepper flakes. Bring to a simmer and cook, covered, until the Brussels sprouts are just done, about 5 minutes. Add the chicken, lemon juice, parsley, Parmesan, and the remaining 2 tablespoons butter, 3/4 teaspoons salt and 1/4 teaspoons pepper. Remove from heat.
  • In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta, until just done, about 10 minutes. Drain and toss with the sauce.

MARIKA Hicks
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5 stars!


John Cudjoe
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Thank you for sharing this recipe!


Lucy 1430 Wagener
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I will definitely be making this dish again.


batiband tiger
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This is one of the best pasta dishes I've ever had.


Hussain Bozdar
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I highly recommend this recipe. It's delicious, healthy, and easy to make.


Awais Tayyab
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This dish is so easy to make, even a beginner cook can make it.


Shafiq Shah
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I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The chicken, Brussels sprouts, and pasta are all cooked to perfection.


Bhupendra Thaquree
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This recipe is a keeper! I'll definitely be making it again and again.


Shovo 420
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I've made this dish several times now and it's always a hit. It's one of my favorite recipes.


Isaac Mankhaule
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This dish is so versatile. You can add or subtract ingredients to your liking. I like to add some chopped mushrooms and onions.


Nabakooza Faridah
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe.


tina Froost
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I always have some leftover chicken in my fridge, so this is a perfect way to use it up.


parves khan
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I love that this dish is made with all fresh ingredients. It's so much healthier than the frozen dinners I usually eat.


Anando Shakib Antor
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This dish is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's healthy and delicious.


ronnellwrldd
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I used frozen Brussels sprouts and they worked just fine. I also added some chopped carrots and celery to the dish.


Sajid Patel
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I added some chopped bacon to this dish and it was amazing! The smokiness of the bacon really complemented the other flavors.


uzoma doris
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This recipe was easy to follow and the dish turned out great. I used gluten-free pasta and it worked perfectly.


Caroline Ndung'u
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I made this dish for my family last night and they loved it! Even my picky eater son ate two helpings. The leftovers were just as good the next day.


Ssenyonjo Rogers
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This dish was absolutely delicious! The chicken was tender and juicy, the Brussels sprouts were perfectly roasted, and the pasta was cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.


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