Chicken And Broccoli Rabe With Fusilli Pasta Recipe

Craving a restaurant-quality meal at home? This Chicken and Broccoli Rabe Fusilli recipe, inspired by Rino's Place in East Boston (featured in the Boston Globe's 'Ask the Chef' column!), is a family-friendly winner. Tender chicken, peppery broccoli rabe, and perfectly cooked fusilli create a symphony of flavors. Elevate your weeknight dinner or impress your guests with this hearty and satisfying dish. Choose between a lighter version or Rino's full-calorie indulgence (recipe variations included!). Made with whole wheat fusilli for added nutrition, this recipe is sure to become a new favorite!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 711.1 kcal
Protein 130g
Rating 5.0 (3 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Chicken And Broccoli Rabe With Fusilli Pasta

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How to Make Chicken And Broccoli Rabe With Fusilli Pasta

  1. Cook 1 pound whole wheat fusilli according to package directions in a large pot of boiling, salted water.
  2. Reserve 1 cup of pasta cooking water before draining the pasta. Set pasta aside.
  3. Bring reserved pasta water to a boil in the same pot.
  4. Blanch 1 pound broccoli rabe for 2 minutes in the boiling water. Drain and set aside.
  5. Dredge 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts in 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, shaking off excess.
  6. Heat 1/3 cup olive oil (or 5/8 cup for Rino's version) over medium-high heat in a large sauté pan. Cook chicken for 1-2 minutes per side, until golden brown.
  7. Add 4 cloves minced garlic to the pan. Cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  8. Add blanched broccoli rabe, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper to the pan; toss to combine.
  9. Add 1/2 cup dry white wine and 1/2 cup chicken broth. Stir to combine and simmer for 3-4 minutes. (For Rino's version, add 4 tablespoons butter with the wine).
  10. Add the cooked pasta to the pan and toss to combine. Add pasta water as needed to create a light sauce.
  11. Remove from heat and serve immediately, topped with 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

11 g

Sugar

6g

Fat

16g

Carbs

21g

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