2 Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts, julienned

1 T. Olive Oil

2 C. Broccoli, steamed and chopped

 

Marinade:

 

2 T. Fresh Lemon Juice

2 tsp. Fresh Oregano, chopped

4 T. Fresh Basil, cut into chiffonade (thin strips)

1 clove Garlic

1 T. Extra Virgin Olive Oil

To taste Salt and Pepper

 

Tomato Broth:

3 Roma Tomatoes, roughly chopped

1 T. Olive oil

1 bunch Basil stems (after leaves have been removed for marinade)

1 Bay leaf

3 C. Chicken Broth

2 ea Garlic cloves, whole

1/4 C. ea Carrot, onion, celery, chopped

1 T. White wine

To taste Salt and Pepper

 

To make tomato broth, heat olive oil over medium heat and sweat carrots, onions, celery and garlic cloves, approximately 2 minutes. Add white wine and cook for 1 minute. Add tomatoes, broth, bay leaf, and basil stems. Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes. Strain and set aside. Combine marinade ingredients, add chicken, and let stand in refrigerator for 20 minutes. Drain marinade. Heat 1 T. olive oil in a sauté pan over high heat and cook chicken until fully cooked (test one piece by cutting into it). Add garlic and briefly sweat until aromas are released. Add garbanzo beans and cook for 1 minute over high heat. Add tomato broth, bring to a simmer, and add broccoli. Heat through until all ingredients are hot. Remove from the heat, add fresh herbs, season to taste with salt and pepper, and serve.