Description
Indulge in this creamy and comforting Creamy Broccoli and Chicken Penne, a delightful one-pot dish that is perfect for a family dinner or a casual gathering. Tender chicken, vibrant broccoli, and al dente penne pasta coated in a luscious Parmesan cream sauce create a satisfying meal that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
Penne Pasta:
- 12 oz penne pasta
Chicken:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Broccoli:
- 3 cups broccoli florets
Sauce:
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Garnish:
- Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Boil salted water and cook penne. Add broccoli in the last 2–3 minutes. Drain.
- Cook the Chicken: Brown chicken in olive oil until cooked. Set aside.
- Make the Sauce: Sauté garlic, basil, and red pepper. Add broth and cream. Stir in Parmesan until smooth. Add chicken, penne, and broccoli. Simmer.
- Serve: Top with Parmesan and parsley. Enjoy!
Notes
- You can substitute half-and-half for a lighter version.
- Rotisserie chicken is a great shortcut.
- Add mushrooms or sun-dried tomatoes for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
