Creamy Broccoli and Chicken Penne: The Best Comfort Meal at Home
A delicious and comforting meal perfect for any night.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dishes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups penne pasta
- 1 pound chicken breast, cubed
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the cubed chicken and cook until browned.
- Add the minced garlic and broccoli florets to the skillet, cooking for another 3-4 minutes.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Add the cooked penne and Parmesan cheese, stirring until well combined.
- Season with salt and black pepper. Serve immediately.
Notes
- You can substitute the chicken with rotisserie chicken for a quicker meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Creamy, Broccoli, Chicken, Penne, Comfort Food