Chicken and Brussels Sprouts with Penne

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Chicken and Brussels Sprouts with Penne

Protein-packed and full of flavor, this family-friendly pasta recipe is made with tender chicken breast and hearty Brussels sprouts tossed with lemon juice, garlic, and onion.

Course Main Dish

Cuisine American

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 20

Total Time 35

Servings

Calories 424kcal

Author Liz Della Croce

Ingredients

8 ounces penne
1 pound chicken breasts cut in 1 in. pieces
½ teaspoon kosher salt
¼ teaspoon pepper
1 large onion diced
4 cloves garlic grated
4 cup Brussels sprouts quartered
½ cup chicken broth low sodium
¼ cup lemon juice
2 tablespoon lemon zest
¼ cup parmigiano reggiano grated
basil optional garnish

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Instructions

Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook whole wheat penne according to package instructions. Reserve ½ c hot pasta cooking water before draining.
Heat a large pot over medium-high and spray with non-stick spray. Add chicken pieces, salt and pepper, and cook for 6-7 minutes until browned and set aside.
Saute diced onion in the same pot for 5-6 minutes or until tender. Add garlic and cook for additional 30 seconds. Next, add Brussels, chicken broth, lemon juice and zest.
Simmer with a lid to steam, about 8-10 minutes, or until Brussels are cooked.
Add penne and chicken to the pot and stir well. If the mixture needs liquid, add a little of the reserved pasta water. Sprinkle in cheese and fresh basil before serving.

Notes

Excellent source of Vitamin C, great source of iron, calcium and Vitamin A.

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