Chicken, Broccoli, and Ziti

Note: chicken, broccoli, and pasta amounts can be adjusted per your family’s size. For bigger appetites, add more. For a smaller family, add less.

Cook pasta according to package directions. Make sure to cook it just al dente (slightly firm). You do not want to overcook the pasta because it will be going into the pan with the chicken and broccoli and will cook slightly more. Drain pasta. Toss with 1 tablespoon of the butter and set aside.

In a large saucepan, heat 1/4 cup of the olive oil and 1 tablespoon of the butter. Add the chicken. Cook for a minute or two. Then add half of the garlic and some salt and pepper. Cook until the chicken is no longer pink. Remove chicken from the pan and set aside.

Add another 1/4 cup of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter to the pan. Add broccoli. Cook for about two minutes or so. Then add the rest of the garlic and more salt and pepper. Cook until broccoli is cooked to your desired tenderness.

Add the chicken back into the pan. Add the last 1/4 cup of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter and more salt and pepper to taste. Mix well. Cook for about five more minutes to allow the flavors to mingle. Add the pasta into the pan. Mix well and enjoy!