Chicken and Broccoli Aglio e Olio

Ingredients

 * 1 bunch broccoli, cut into thirds
 * 1/2 pound whole wheat linguine pasta
 * 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast halves, cut into pieces
 * 1/4 cup flour
 * 1/2 tsp salt
 * 1/4 tsp pepper
 * 4 tbs olive oil
 * 6 cloves garlic, finely sliced
 * 2 tbs capers and 1 tbs brine
 * 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
 * 2 tbs chopped parsley

Directions

 * 1) Bring a pot of salted water to a boil.
 * 2) Add broccoli, boil 3 min.
 * 3) Remove broccoli to a bowl.
 * 4) Add pasta to pot.
 * 5) Cook following package directions.
 * 6) Drain, reserving 1/2 cup cooking water.
 * 7) Coat chicken pieces with flour.
 * 8) Season with 1/4 tsp salt and the pepper.
 * 9) Heat 3 tbs oil in skillet.
 * 10) Add chicken and cook until cooked through.
 * 11) Add garlic, capers, brine and pepper flakes. Cook 1 min.
 * 12) Add broccoli and pasta water.
 * 13) Bring to a simmer. Add pasta and remaining salt.
 * 14) Stir to coat pasta with liquid.
 * 15) Transfer to a platter and drizzle with remaining oil.
 * 16) Sprinkle with parsley. Serve immediately.

Makes 4 servings

Contributed by:

 * Catsrecipes Y-Group