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Chicken, Broccoli and Sun Dried Tomatoes with Bow-Ties

By: Marie DePadova • In: Entrees • Cuisine: Italian

Mom made this regularly and it was always one of my favorites.

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
  • 1/2 lb Chicken Breast (boneless, skinless. Cut crosswise into 1/2 inch wide strips)
  • 1 and 1/2 cups Broccoli (floweretts)
  • 3/4 cup Sun-dried Tomatoes (oil packed, thoroughly drained and thinly sliced)
  • 1 tsp Basil
  • pinch Red Pepper Flakes
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper
  • 1/4 cup White Wine (dry)
  • 3/4 cup Chicken Broth
  • 1 tbsp Butter (or margarine)
  • 1/2 lb Bow-tie Pasta (cooked according to package directions and drained)
  • Parmesan Cheese (grated, or Romano)

Step by Step Instructions

Step 1: 

In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium heat. Sauté the garlic for 1 minute, until golden, stirring constantly.

Step 2:

Add the chicken strips and sauté till white and almost completely cooked, about 7-10 minutes.

Step 3:

Add the broccoli and sauté till crisp-tender, and then add the sun-dried tomatoes, basil, red pepper flakes, salt and pepper.

Step 4:

Add the wine, and then add the chicken broth and butter or margarine. Cook 3-5 minutes, or till heated through, stirring occasionally.

Step 5:

Toss the freshly cooked pasta and the chicken mixture. Serve with Parmesan or Romano cheese, if desired.

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