Chicken and Broccoli Pasta
Chicken and Broccoli Pasta is a warm and creamy dish that brings the flavors of tender chicken and fresh broccoli together with delicious pasta.
Servings: 4 servings
Equipment
- Large Skillet
- Pot
Ingredients
Pasta
- 8 ounces pasta (like fettuccine or penne)
Chicken
- 1 pound chicken breasts, sliced into strips
Vegetables
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Sauce
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Oil
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Add the broccoli during the last 3 minutes of cooking.
- Drain the pasta, making sure to save a little pasta water for later. Set both the pasta and broccoli aside.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken strips and cook until they are browned and no longer pink inside. Once done, remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onion is translucent and fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream, bringing it all to a gentle simmer. Reduce the heat and stir in the Parmesan cheese until it melts into a creamy sauce.
- Add the chicken back to the skillet along with the cooked pasta and broccoli. Toss everything together, using a bit of reserved pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve warm.
Notes
Serve this delicious pasta in bowls with some extra grated Parmesan cheese on top. It pairs nicely with a crisp salad or some garlic bread for a complete meal.