Pasta with Chicken, Broccoli, and Olives

A delicious pasta dish that is a complete meal as it includes chicken, vegetables, and a tasty lemon and Parmesan sauce.
Ingredients
6
Servings
  • 250 grams chicken breast , cut into strips
  • 2/3 cups pitted kalamata olive, chopped
  • 500 grams penne pasta
  • 250 grams broccoli, in large chunks
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1/4 cups olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic
  • 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoons red chili flake
Preparation
30 mins
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Medium
  • Boil 10 cups of water in a large pot with 4 tablespoons of coarse salt to cook the pasta according to the package instructions.
  • Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat the oil over medium heat and sauté the garlic for 2-3 minutes.
  • Add the rosemary and chili flakes, and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
  • Add the chicken and season with salt and pepper. Cook for 3-4 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through. Add the olives.
  • Cook the penne pasta in the boiling water until al dente (just right) according to the package instructions. Add the broccoli and cook until both the pasta and broccoli are well cooked.
  • Drain the pasta and broccoli, and add to the skillet, mixing with the sauce and chicken. Add the lemon juice and Parmesan cheese, mix well, and serve.

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