Saturday, March 9, 2019

Parmesan Pasta With Chicken and Red Pepper Flakes

This recipe is for Melinda.It has become a fan favorite at the Clague household
and is fast and easy.

INGREDIENTS:
               
 1 pound boneless breast of chicken,cut into 1 inch cubes
 1/3 cup plus 1 teaspoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil
 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
 3 cloves of garlic,diced
 1 tablespoon light brown sugar
 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
 8 ounces of farfalle pasta
 1 bunch of green onions chopped(use up to light green part of onion)
 Salt and Pepper

PREPARATION:

1) In a medium bowl,combine 1/3 cup olive oil(save the teaspoon for later)1/4 cup Parmesan cheese garlic,brown sugar, soy sauce and red pepper flakes. Stir in cubes of chicken and mix until chicken is coated. Cover bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
2) Bring a large pot of water to a boil for the farfalle. Add 2 tablespoons of salt,if desired.
3) Heat a large skillet on medium high, add the chicken with marinade and saute for about 10
    minutes.
4) Simultaneously, cook the pasta in the boiling water until al dente, or about 10 minutes
5) Drain pasta, add the remaining teaspoon of extra virgin olive oil and the remaining 1/4 cup
    of cheese.
6) Add the pasta to the skillet mixture and toss to combine
7) Serve immediately with chopped green onions