Chicken and Broccoli Penne Pasta: Easy, Flavorful Family Delight
A delicious and easy recipe for Chicken and Broccoli Penne Pasta that your whole family will love.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 8 ounces penne pasta
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions. Add broccoli florets during the last 2 minutes of cooking.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced chicken, season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Cook until chicken is golden and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Drain the pasta and broccoli, then add to the skillet with the chicken.
- Toss everything together and sprinkle with Parmesan and parsley before serving.
Notes
- Feel free to add more vegetables like bell peppers or spinach for extra flavor.
- For a creamier dish, you can add a splash of cream or a dollop of cream cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 600 milligrams
- Fat: 14 grams
- Saturated Fat: 3 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 55 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 30 grams
- Cholesterol: 70 milligrams
Keywords: Chicken and Broccoli Penne Pasta