1 bunch broccoli rabe, chopped
1 tsp olive oil
1/2 pound skinless boneless chicken breast (cut into 4 equal pieces)
1 onion sliced thin
1 large garlic clove, minced
1/2 cup chicken broth - low-sodium
1/4 tsp crushed red pepper
2 1/4 cup water
3/4 cup instant polenta or cornmeal
3 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
In a large pot bring 3 quarts of water to a boil. Add the broccoli. Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water. Set aside
In a medium nonstick skillet heat oil (over med). Sauté the chicken until browned on both sides (about 2 min per side). Set aside.
Add the onion to the skillet and sauté until golden brown. Add garlic and cook for about a 1 min (keep stirring).
Add broth, red pepper, broccoli, and chicken. Reduce heat and let simmer covered until chicken is cooked (about 5 minutes)
While chicken mixture is cooking, take water and bring to a boil. Stir in polenta in a thin steady stream. After all the polenta is mixed in, reduce heat and cook for 5 minutes (stir contently). Remove from heat and add cheese.
Spoon polenta on plate and then add chicken mixture over polenta.
