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One-Pot Chicken

A delicious and easy one-pot chicken recipe with artichokes, sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh herbs.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 can quartered artichoke hearts
  • 1 pound chicken tenders
  • 1.5 teaspoons salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons chopped garlic
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
  • 2 ounces julienne-cut sun-dried tomatoes
  • 4 ounces packed chopped kale
  • 0.5 lemon fresh lemon juice
  • 8 ounces cavatappi
  • 0.25 cups shaved parmesan optional

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Heat a large non-stick skillet with high sides over medium heat. Lightly mist with olive oil spray.
  2. In two batches, add artichokes and cook until dark golden, about 3-4 minutes. Remove to a plate.
  3. Season chicken with 0.75 teaspoons salt and 0.125 teaspoons black pepper.
  4. Add chicken to the pan and cook for 5 minutes, turning halfway. Transfer to a plate.
  5. Add onions, garlic, and 1 teaspoon oregano. Cook until onions are softened, about 4 minutes.
  6. Stir in sun-dried tomatoes and kale, sprinkle with 0.75 teaspoons salt and 0.25 teaspoons black pepper.
  7. Add lemon juice and 2.25 cups water, stir in cavatappi, cover, and cook for 10 minutes.
  8. Cut chicken into 1-inch pieces.
  9. Add chicken and artichokes back to the pan. Reduce heat and cook covered for 5 minutes or until pasta is al dente and chicken is heated through.
  10. Remove cover, stir, and cook off excess liquid if needed.
  11. Serve topped with parmesan, remaining oregano, and season to taste.

Notes

For extra flavor, garnish with fresh herbs or add a splash of white wine during cooking.