Oricchiette + Chix Recipe
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Chicken
Vegetables
Sauce
Method
Cook the Pasta
- 1
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring 4 quarts of water to a rolling boil. Add 1 teaspoon of salt to the boiling water.
- 2
Cook Orecchiette
Add 2 cups of orecchiette pasta to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
Prepare the Chicken
- 3
Slice Chicken
While the pasta cooks, slice 1 lb of boneless chicken breast into bite-sized pieces.
- 4
Sauté Chicken
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the sliced chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- 5
Add Garlic and Spices
Add 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon of dried oregano, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of black pepper to the skillet. Stir to combine and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add Vegetables and Sauce
- 6
Incorporate Broccoli
Add 1 cup of broccoli florets to the skillet and stir. Cook for about 3-4 minutes until the broccoli is tender.
- 7
Add Cherry Tomatoes
Stir in 1 cup of halved cherry tomatoes and cook for another 2 minutes.
- 8
Add Chicken Broth
Pour in 1 cup of chicken broth, bring the mixture to a simmer, and let it cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- 9
Combine with Pasta
Add the drained orecchiette pasta to the skillet, tossing everything to combine.
- 10
Finish with Cheese and Basil
Remove from heat, stir in 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese and 1 tablespoon of chopped fresh basil. Mix until the cheese is melted and everything is well incorporated.
