Description
Creamy Chicken & Broccoli Pasta is a comforting and satisfying dish that brings together tender chicken, vibrant broccoli, and a rich, creamy sauce enveloping perfectly cooked rotini pasta. This delightful meal is quick to prepare, making it an ideal option for busy weeknights or special family gatherings. In just 30 minutes, you can enjoy mouthwatering flavors and a nutritious dinner that everyone will love. Whether you’re serving it in a communal bowl or plating it individually with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan, this pasta dish is sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 300g rotini pasta
- 2 chicken breasts, diced
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Boil salted water in a large pot. Add rotini pasta and cook according to package instructions. In the last three minutes of cooking, add broccoli florets. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté the chicken: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced chicken breasts and cook until golden brown (5-7 minutes). Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Make the sauce: Reduce heat and add heavy cream and chicken broth to the skillet. Stir in Parmesan cheese along with salt and pepper. Let simmer until slightly thickened.
- Combine: Add drained pasta and broccoli into the skillet with the sauce. Toss well to ensure even coating.
- Serve: Garnish with extra Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 630mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 95mg