Chicken & Broccoli Penne
- Questions 1
Ready In: 40 mins
Serves: 3-4
Ingredients
- 3 chicken breasts, Boneless, Skinless
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cups penne pasta, measure uncooked
- 1 bunch broccoli floret, chopped
- 1 1⁄2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, Shredded
Dressing
- 1 (1/2ounce) packet buttermilk ranch salad dressing mix, I use Hidden Valley
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup mayonnaise
Directions
- First mix the dressing according to the packet directions using the buttermilk and mayonaise. Should you find this a little thick add more buttermilk to thin down a touch. Refrigerate.
- In a medium bowl combine the Olive oil, salt & pepper to taste. Add the chicken breast and toss to completely coat.
- Grill the chicken breast over medium heat until cooked through.
- Remove, cover with a tent of foil and allow to rest.
- Cook Penne according to package directions. Drain and put into a large mixing bowl. Do not do the standard rinse with cold water, we want the pasta to be warm. Add Broccoli immediately.
- Cube the chicken breast and add to the pasta.
- Next add cheddar cheese, we want this to melt slightly, don't be concerned that the past is still warm.
- Next add the dressing and toss to completely coat. Again let rest for 5 minutes or so to give the ingredient a moment to meld.
- I serve this with a fruit salad and a nice crusty bread to complete the meal.
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