CHICKEN-Cacciatore with Pasta and Broccoli
(from Jax424’s recipe box)
Cook time: 20 minutes
Serves 4 people
Categories: Chicken
Ingredients
- 1 lbs Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 3 medium zucchini (10 ounces), cut in 1/2 inch pieces
- 1 medium bell pepper, red yellow or green, seeded, cut in 1/2 inch pieces
- 1 jar marinara or pasta sauce (24-26 ounces)
- 2 tablespoons dry red wine
- 8 ounces whole wheat rotelle or penne pasta
- 2 - 3 cups broccoli florets
Directions
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Start boiling a large pot of water to cook pasta. Flatten chicken to thickness of 3/4 inch using a mallet or palm of hand.
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until lightly browned, about 3 minutes per side.
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Add zucchini, bell pepper, sauce and wine to skillet. Bring to a simmer. Reduce heat, cover and simmer 8-10 minutes or until chicken reaches 170ºF and vegetables are tender.
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While chicken is cooking, cook pasta according to package directions, adding broccoli during last 2 minutes of cook time. Drain. Serve chicken and sauce over pasta and broccoli.