Recipe of the Week - One-Pot Chicken and Artichoke Cavatappi

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This One-Pot Chicken and Artichoke Cavatappi with kale and sun-dried tomatoes, flavored with lemon juice, garlic, and oregano, is bursting with flavor.

INGREDIENTS

  • Olive oil spray, (non- aerosol)

  • 1 14.5-ounce can quartered artichoke hearts, drained

  • 1 pound chicken tenders

  • 1-1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste

  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus more to taste

  • 1 small onion chopped, about 1 cup

  • 2 tablespoons chopped garlic, about 5 cloves

  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano, divided

  • 2 ounces julienne-cut sun-dried tomatoes

  • 6 cups packed chopped kale (about 4 ounces)

  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, about 1/2 lemon, plus more to taste

  • 8 ounces cavatappi

  • 2 ounces shaved parmesan, (optional)

INSTRUCTIONS

  • Heat a large non-stick skillet (with high sides) over medium heat. Lightly mist pan with olive oil spray.

  • Working in two batches, add artichokes and char until dark golden—3 to 4 minutes. Remove to a plate.

  • Season chicken with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.

  • Spray pan with more oil, add chicken to the pan and cooker 5 minutes, turning half way through cooking. Transfer to a plate and set aside.

  • Spray pan with additional oil, add onions, garlic, and 2 teaspoons oregano. Cook, stirring, until onions are softened and golden, 4 minutes.

  • Stir in tomatoes and kale, sprinkle with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.

  • Add 2 tablespoons lemon juice and 2 1/4 cups of water, Stir in cavatappi and cook for 10 minutes.

  • Cut chicken into 1-inch pieces.

  • Remove cover, stir in chicken and artichokes. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover and cook for 5 more minutes or until pasta is al dente and chicken is reheated.

  • Serve topped with parmesan (if using). remaining oregano, and more salt and black pepper to taste.

Nutrition Information

  • Serving Size: 21/2 cups pasta with 1/4 ounce parmesan

  • Calories: 428

  • Carbohydrates: 56.5g

  • Protein: 39gFat: 5g

  • Saturated Fat: 1g

  • Cholesterol: 83mg

  • Sodium: 1055mg

  • Fiber: 5g

  • Sugar: 8.5g