Chicken and Pasta Florentine Recipe

Name: Chicken and Pasta Florentine
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite size pieces; salt & pepper, to taste; 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil; 1 tablespoon unsalted butter; 2 garlic cloves, finely minced; ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; ½ cup white wine; 12 low sodium chicken broth; 1 cup grape tomatoes, cut in half; 4 cups fresh kale, torn; 12 lb cooked pasta (your choice); ¼ cup parmesan cheese, fresh (shaved with veg peeler)

Servings: persons

2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite size pieces
salt & pepper, to taste
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
2 garlic cloves, finely minced
¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
½ cup white wine
12 low sodium chicken broth
1 cup grape tomatoes, cut in half
4 cups fresh kale, torn
12 lb cooked pasta (your choice)
¼ cup parmesan cheese, fresh (shaved with veg peeler)

1
Cook pasta of your choice according to directions on package.
2
Heat large skillet on medium high.
3
Add the olive oil and butter.
4
Lay chicken pieces in skillet and season lightly with salt and pepper.
5
Cook until all sides of chicken are lightly browned (approx.
6
5-8 minutes).
7
Remove from skillet and set aside.
8
Stir in garlic, tomatoes, wine and broth.
9
Stir in the chicken pieces and any juice left on the plate from the chicken.
10
Add the kale and mix well.
11
Drain and add the pasta to the chicken (reserve 1/2 cup pasta water just in case).
12
Adding the pasta on top of the kale will aid in wilting it down faster.
13
Cook over medium heat, stirring often.
14
When the kale is wilted to your preference, remove the skillet from the heat and start shaving in the Parmesan cheese.
15
Use more if you like.
16
Serve immediately.

5829

kcal

Calories

Fat

1032

Carbs

294

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite size pieces, salt & pepper, to taste, 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, and more.

Yes, Chicken and Pasta Florentine falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Chicken and Pasta Florentine

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