CHICKEN, BROCCOLI AND BRIE PASTA

Chicken, Broccoli and Brie Pasta image

Provided by Lusil

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb linguine
3 tablespoons olive oil
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (cut into thin strips)
2 bunches broccoli, cut into 1/2 inch florets
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 lb brie cheese, rind discarded cut into 1/2 inch pieces
1 cup walnuts, toasted and chopped
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste (freshly cracked, of course)

Steps:

Cook pasta in a large pot of salted, boiling water and cook until al dente.
Reserve 1/3 cup cooking liquid.
Drain pasta and return to pot with reserved liquid.
While pasta is cooking, in a large skillet heat oil until moderate heat, but not smoking.
Add chicken and cook until brown and juices run clear, about 3- 4 minutes.
Transfer chicken to another plate.
To the same pan add more olive oil if necessary.
Add the broccoli florets, with salt to taste.
Stir until crisp tender, about 5 minutes.
Add garlic, stirring, until golden, about 30 seconds.
To pasta add chicken, broccoli mixture, Brie and walnuts, tossing until cheese is melted.
Season with salt and pepper.