Chicken and Broccoli with Bow Ties

1 lb. Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breast, cut into bite size pieces
1/2 lb. Bow Tie (Farfalle) Pasta
2 Tbsp. Olive Oil
2 Tbsp. Butter, salted
3 Cloves Garlic, minced
2 Heads Broccoli Florets
2 Tbsp. Lemon juice
Salt and Pepper
Grated Parmesan Cheese
Red Pepper Flakes, optional

Put large pot of water on to boil. Meanwhile, heat oil and butter in saucepan/skillet over medium to medium high heat. Once hot, add chicken and saute until cooked through. Cook pasta according to package directions. Add broccoli florets to the pasta water 3 minutes before the pasta will be done; drain. Add garlic and red pepper flakes to chicken, saute for about a minute. Add lemon juice, salt and pepper and toss with pasta and broccoli. You can also reserve a cup of pasta water to extend the sauce. Serve topped with cheese.


Number of Servings: 4

Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user CARALYNNE.