SIMPLE AND HEALHY PENNE WITH CHICKEN, BROCCOLI AND CHERRY TOMATO

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This recipe came from Prevention's fiber up slim down cookbook. it looks as beautiful on the plate as it does in your mouth

Provided by GingerlyJ

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 45m

Yield 1 dish, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
12 ounces multigrain penne
3 cups broccoli florets
1/4 low sodium chicken broth
3 minced garlic cloves
1 pint small cherry tomatoes
3 ounces crumbled gorgonzola
2 tablespoons fresh parsley

Steps:

  • sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper cut into bite size pieces and brown in a skillet.
  • cook pasta according to package directions.
  • after 7 minutes, add broccoli to the water.
  • cook three more minutes and then drain.
  • add broth and garlic to the skillet and boil until reduced by half.
  • add tomatoes and over low heat cook until color brightens and are soft to the touch.
  • add cheese and stir until well blendedadd everything together and top with parsely.

Ngobe George
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I'll definitely be making this again!


blizzerds dezaster
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This is a delicious and healthy recipe.


Madoo Qureshi
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Gary Little
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I'm not a big fan of broccoli, but I loved it in this dish.


Hafeezjan111 Hafeezjaan111
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover chicken.


Carla Labarbera
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste.


Hazera Chowdhury
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a hit. It's a great weeknight meal because it's quick and easy to make.


Dilnewaz Akter
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This is now my go-to recipe for penne pasta. It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Binod Majhi
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


SISIPHO Bhayibhile
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the penne and chicken, and they even ate the broccoli and cherry tomatoes!


Sara ketema
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I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed this dish. The chicken was tender and juicy, and the broccoli and cherry tomatoes were cooked to perfection. I would definitely make this again!


Lil Angels
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I'm always looking for healthy and easy recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. The combination of chicken, broccoli, and cherry tomatoes is a classic, and the penne pasta makes it a hearty and satisfying meal.


Nadeem Siddiqui
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This penne dish was a hit with my family! The chicken was juicy and flavorful, the broccoli was cooked perfectly, and the cherry tomatoes added a burst of sweetness.