Bow Ties, Zucchini, Carrots, and Chicken

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 14
Bow Ties, Zucchini, Carrots, and Chicken - A Hearty One-Pot Meal
in Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

65 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
12 cloves garlic , pressed and divided
4 zucchini , thinly sliced
salt and pepper to taste
1 1/4 pounds skinless , boneless chicken breast halves - cut into bite-size pieces
1 pound carrots , peeled and thinly sliced
1 package uncooked farfalle ( bow tie ) pasta
1/4 cup butter
1 can chicken broth
3/4 cup water
1 ( .18 ounce ) packet chicken bouillon granules
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
597
Sugar
6g
Fat
21g
Bow Ties, Zucchini, Carrots, and Chicken is the perfect dish for a busy weeknight. It's simple to make, easy to clean up, and provides you with a complete meal all in one pot. This dish is packed with flavor and a variety of textures from the tender chicken, al dente pasta, and perfectly cooked veggies. It's a great way to get some veggies into your diet and enjoy a filling meal at the same time. This dish is sure to become a staple in your meal rotation.

Instructions

1.In a large pot, cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
2.While the pasta is cooking, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add half of the pressed garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
3.Add zucchini to the skillet and cook until tender, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Remove from skillet and set aside.
4.In the same skillet, add chicken and cook until browned on all sides and cooked through, about 7-8 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.
5.In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add remaining garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add chicken broth, water, and chicken bouillon granules. Bring to a low boil.
6.Add carrots to the skillet and reduce heat to a simmer. Cook until tender, about 10-15 minutes.
7.Add cooked pasta to the skillet and toss with the sauce. Add cooked chicken and zucchini and toss again.
8.Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the top and serve hot.

PROS

This dish provides you with a delicious and hearty one-pot meal.
It’s packed with protein, veggies, and carbs.

It’s easy to make and perfect for leftovers!

CONS

The dish contains a large amount of carbs and may be high in calories for some individuals.

It also contains a relatively high amount of sodium due to the chicken bouillon granules.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish is high in protein, which is essential for building and repairing muscle tissue.
It’s also a great source of vitamins and minerals from the veggies included, such as Vitamin A from the carrots and Vitamin C from the zucchini.

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