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One-Pot Chicken and Artichoke Cavatappi

A quick one-pot pasta with tender chicken, artichokes, sun-dried tomatoes, and kale in a bright lemon sauce.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients
  

  • olive oil spray (non-aerosol)
  • 1 14.5-ounce can quartered artichoke hearts drained
  • 1 pound chicken tenders
  • 1.5 teaspoons salt plus more to taste; 1/2 teaspoon used to season chicken, 1 teaspoon added later
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground, plus more to taste
  • 1 small onion chopped (about 1 cup)
  • 2 tablespoons garlic chopped (about 5 cloves)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh oregano chopped, divided (use 2 teaspoons in pan and reserve remaining)
  • 2 ounces sun-dried tomatoes julienne-cut, not in oil
  • 6 cups kale packed, chopped (about 4 ounces)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice about 1/2 lemon, plus more to taste
  • 8 ounces cavatappi I used whole wheat
  • 2 ounces shaved Parmesan optional

Equipment

  • large non-stick skillet with lid
  • Cutting Board
  • Chef’s knife
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Measuring cup
  • Spatula or tongs

Method
 

  1. Heat a large non-stick skillet with high sides over medium heat and lightly mist with olive oil spray.
  2. Working in two batches, add the drained artichoke hearts and cook until dark golden, about 3–4 minutes per batch; transfer to a plate.
  3. Season the chicken tenders with 1/2 teaspoon of the salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  4. Spray the pan again, add the chicken, and cook about 5 minutes, turning once, until cooked through; transfer to a plate and set aside.
  5. Spray the pan once more, add the chopped onion, chopped garlic, and 2 teaspoons of the chopped oregano, and cook, stirring, until the onion is softened and golden, about 4 minutes.
  6. Stir in the sun-dried tomatoes and chopped kale, then sprinkle with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
  7. Add the lemon juice and 2 1/4 cups water, stir in the cavatappi, cover, and cook for 10 minutes.
  8. While the pasta cooks, cut the cooked chicken into 1-inch pieces.
  9. Remove the cover, stir in the chicken and the browned artichokes, reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and cook 5 more minutes or until the pasta is al dente and the chicken is heated through.
  10. Remove the cover and cook off any excess liquid if needed, then serve topped with shaved Parmesan (if using), the remaining chopped oregano, and additional salt and pepper to taste.

Notes

  • Use a non-aerosol olive oil spray to prevent sticking without excess oil.
  • Brown artichokes and chicken in batches for better color.
  • Adjust lemon and salt to taste at the end.
  • Sun-dried tomatoes add concentrated flavor; do not use the oil-packed type unless drained.