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.
- Prep time
- 15 min
- Cook time
- 20 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- MEDIUM
Ingredients
Quantities are shown as originally provided.
- 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)
Instructions
- 1
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.
- 2
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.
- 3
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.
- 4
Simmer with a lid to steam, about 8-10 minutes, or until Brussels are cooked.
- 5
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.