Monday, January 14, 2013

Angelhair Chicken Pasta



2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cubed
1 carrot, sliced diagonally into 1/4 inch thick slices
300g  angel hair pasta
300g broccoli florets
2/3 cup chicken broth
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

 1) Heat olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add chicken and saute for 5 to 7 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through (no longer pink). Remove from skillet and drain on paper towels.

2) Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 2 to 4 minutes, or until al dente; drain and set aside.

3) While pasta is cooking, heat the skillet with oil that used to cook  chicken heat. Stir fry carrots for about 5 minutes, then add broccoli and garlic and stir fry for another 3 minutes. Finally, stir in broth, basil and cheese and return chicken to skillet. Reduce heat to low and simmer for about 5 minutes.

4) Place drained pasta in a large serving bowl. Top with chicken/vegetable mixture and serve immediately.

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