Chicken Broccoli Pasta
There’s something special about a bowl of chicken broccoli pasta—it’s simple, comforting, and always hits the spot. Tender chicken, crisp broccoli, and smooth sauce come together fast for a creamy, delicious meal you’ll keep coming back to.
Equipment
- Large Pot
- Large Skillet
Ingredients
- 2 cups pasta penne or fettuccine recommended
- 2 cups broccoli florets fresh or frozen
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts chicken cut into 1-inch pieces
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese freshly grated
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta according to package instructions. In the last 2–3 minutes of boiling, add the broccoli. Drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden brown and fully cooked, about 5–7 minutes. Remove from pan and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Pour in heavy cream and let simmer for 3–4 minutes. Stir in parmesan until melted and smooth.
- Add cooked pasta and broccoli to the sauce. Toss in the chicken and mix well. Let everything heat together for 2–3 minutes.
- Serve hot with extra parmesan or lemon juice if desired.
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Notes
Feel free to customize by adding lemon juice, red pepper flakes, or sun-dried tomatoes for extra flavor.