Light Herb Chicken Rotini Pasta

Ingredients

• 12 ounces rotini pasta, prepared to package directions. (Keep the noodles hot)
• 1-1 1/2 lb chicken breast
• 3 cups fresh broccoli (chopped into 1/2-inch size pieces)
• 1/2 cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons white vinegar
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon Italian herb seasoning (Dried)
• 2 garlic cloves (finely minced)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup pine nuts (toasted)
• 1 cup cheddar cheese

Directions

1. 1

   Cut chicken into small pieces and sautee with a basic season salt. (We like Alpine Lace brand) or grill the chicken and chop it up.

2. 2

   Steam the broccoli slightly so that it is still a bit crispy but not raw.

3. 3

   Mix oil, vinegar, sugar, herbs, garlic and salt in a separate bowl.

4. 4

   Mix chicken, broccoli, pine nuts and cheese together with the oil dressing in a large bowl while the noodles and chicken are still hot.

5. 5

   Serve immediately.