Creamy Broccoli and Chicken Penne: A Quick and Indulgent Delight
A rich and creamy pasta dish featuring tender chicken and vibrant broccoli, perfect for a quick weeknight meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces penne pasta
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- salt to taste
- pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions. Add broccoli during the last 3 minutes of cooking. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced chicken and cook until browned and cooked through.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Add Parmesan cheese and mix until smooth.
- Toss the cooked pasta and broccoli with the creamy sauce. Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve immediately, garnished with additional Parmesan if desired.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider using garlic powder or Italian seasoning.
- This dish can be easily customized with additional vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Creamy Broccoli and Chicken Penne, Pasta, Chicken Recipe, Quick Dinner