PENNE WITH CHICKEN, BROCCOLI, AND CHEESE

PENNE WITH CHICKEN, BROCCOLI, AND CHEESE image

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup broccoli florets, divided into tiny sprigs
1/4 cup butter
2 skinless chicken breast halves, cut into thin strips
2 garlic cloves, crushed
Salt and black pepper to taste
3 1/2 cups penne pasta
1/2 cup dry white wine
1 cup heavy cream
3 1/2 ounces gorgonzola cheese, rind removed and diced small
Parmesan cheese, freshly grated

Steps:

Plunge broccoli in a saucepan of boiling salted water. Return to a boil and boil for 2 minutes, then drain in colander under cold running water. Shake to remove surplus water and set aside to drain completely. Melt butter in large skillet or saucepan. Add chicken and garlic, with salt and pepper to taste; stir well. Fry over medium heat for 3 minutes or until chicken becomes white. Meanwhile, begin cooking pasta according to package instructions. Pour wine and cream over chicken mixture in pan. Stir to mix, then simmer, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes, until sauce has reduced and thickened. Increase heat, add broccoli, and toss to heat through. Taste for seasoning and adjust if necessary. Drain pasta and add it to the sauce Add gorgonzola and toss well. Top with parmesan cheese and serve immediately.