CHICKEN MEATBALL AND BROCCOLI MACARONI BOWL

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When I was first married in 1993, I came across a chicken cook book in the book store. It had a picture of a dish that looked like this on the cover. I remember thinking it looked so tasty and I wanted to make it, but I didn't have enough money for the fancy cook book. When I got home, I made up this recipe which is what I...

Provided by Amy H.

Categories     Pasta

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb cooked chicken or turkey meatballs (storebought or your homemade)
2 Tbsp olive oil
4 clove minced garlic
1 c chicken broth
8 oz dry macaroni
3 c fresh broccoli florets
2 Tbsp butter
salt and pepper to taste
1/2 c grated parmesan for garnishing
1/4 c fresh chopped parsley for garnishing

Steps:

  • 1. Cook the macaroni according to package directions. Towards the end of cooking time on the pasta, add the broccoli florets to the pasta pot and cook about 3-5 minutes more. While the pasta is cooking, start heating the meatballs and garlic as follows.
  • 2. Add the 2 tablespoons of oil to a deep, nonstick skillet over medium and cook the meatballs until browned. Add in the garlic and saute for 30 seconds or so.
  • 3. Add the one cup of the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Continue to simmer and allow to reduce while you while you finish preparing the pasta and broccoli.
  • 4. Drain the macaroni and broccoli.
  • 5. Turn off the heat and stir the macaroni mixture into the skillet of meatballs along with the butter and 1/2 cup of parmesan. Stir until well combined and cheese melts.
  • 6. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Spoon into a bowl and garnish with more parmesan and fresh chopped parsley.

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