Lunch: Creamy Chicken-and-Broccoli Pesto Bow Ties

Toasted pecans add unexpected warmth and crunch to this creamy pasta dish.

This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:

Broccoli, Lemon, Basil

Health and fertility benefits of Creamy Chicken-and-Broccoli Pesto Bow Ties

Broccoli is one of the non-starchy vegetables that has a very low glycemic index (GI), which is beneficial for reducing blood sugar levels. Broccoli is also a source of DIM (Diindolymethane). Diindolymethane is very effective in reducing the testosterone levels in the body, an action that would automatically curb male dominant features and regulate the estrogen levels in the system. Lemons can help to prevent oxidative damage to the body, which women with PCOS are often susceptible to. Basil is an excellent stress reliever, and has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits.

Ingredients

2 c. broccoli florets
kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1 bunch Fresh basil
2 clove garlic
1/4 c. olive oil
2 tsp. lemon zest
3 oz. Parmesan
4 oz. mascarpone or cream cheese
2 c. shredded rotisserie chicken
1/3 c. chopped toasted pecans (optional)

Instructions

Cook the broccoli in boiling salted water until tender, 5 minutes; remove to a bowl with a slotted spoon. Add pasta to water and cook according to package directions; drain.
Process basil, garlic, oil, lemon zest, red pepper, and Parmesan in a food processer until finely chopped. Add broccoli and pulse until coarsely chopped, 4 to 6 times. Season with salt and black pepper.
Stir broccoli pesto and mascarpone into pasta until well coated; fold in chicken.

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