For an extra layer of flavor, try using sun-dried tomato pesto instead of regular pesto. If you don't have fresh broccoli, frozen broccoli florets can be used. Be sure to thaw and drain them well before blanching. To make this dish vegetarian, omit the chicken and add a can of drained and rinsed cannellini beans or chickpeas. Bow tie pasta or penne pasta work great in this recipe.
Pasta, Broccoli and Chicken
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PREP TIME10 mins
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COOK TIME15 mins
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TOTAL TIME25 mins
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SERVING6 People
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VIEWS764
A vibrant and comforting dish where tender pasta meets vibrant broccoli, juicy tomatoes, and savory chicken, all brought together by fragrant pesto and a generous sprinkle of Parmesan. Perfect as a satisfying meal on its own or paired with crusty bread or a fresh salad.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate46 g
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Cholesterol67 mg
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Fiber3 g
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Protein34 g
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Saturated Fat6 g
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Sodium257 mg
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Sugar3 g
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Fat21 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
Recipe View Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the rigatoni pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente. Drain well, reserving about 1/2 cup of pasta water. (10-12 minutes)
02 Step
Recipe View While the pasta is cooking, blanch the broccoli florets in the boiling water for 2-3 minutes, until bright green and slightly tender-crisp. Remove with a slotted spoon and immediately plunge into an ice bath to stop the cooking process. Drain well. (5 minutes)
03 Step
Recipe View In a large skillet or saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute, until fragrant. Stir in the pesto and cook for another minute. Add the diced tomatoes and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they soften slightly. (8 minutes)
04 Step
Recipe View In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, blanched broccoli, diced chicken, and tomato-pesto mixture. Add the grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Toss well to combine, adding a little of the reserved pasta water if needed to create a creamy sauce. (5 minutes)
05 Step
Recipe View Serve immediately, garnished with additional grated Parmesan cheese.
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Otis Feilbins
May 30, 2025This recipe is a lifesaver on busy weeknights! My family loves it, and it's so easy to customize with different veggies or protein.
Thelma Weber
Apr 3, 2025Reserving the pasta water is a great tip! It really helps to create a creamy sauce.
Aliyah Greenfelder
Nov 7, 2024The pesto really makes this dish special. I used homemade pesto, and it was incredible.
Rico Schneider
Feb 13, 2024Easy to follow and uses ingredients I usually have on hand. A winner!
Bernita Halvorson
Nov 10, 2023I've made this several times now, and it's always a hit. Thanks for sharing!
Hollis Satterfield
Apr 13, 2023I found that adding a little bit of heavy cream to the tomato mixture made the dish even richer and more decadent.
Samantha Aufderhar
Nov 19, 2022My kids are picky eaters, but they devoured this pasta! I'll definitely be making it again.
Alexie Boylepadberg
Aug 20, 2022I added some grilled zucchini and bell peppers to the dish, and it was fantastic!