Description
Creamy Broccoli and Chicken Penne is a delightful dish that combines tender chicken and vibrant broccoli in a rich, velvety sauce. The penne pasta adds a satisfying bite, while the flavors meld together to create a comforting and indulgent experience.
Ingredients
- Pasta: 8 oz penne pasta, cooked al dente
- Chicken: 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
- Broccoli: 2 cups fresh broccoli florets, steamed
- Sauce: 1 cup heavy cream, 1 cup chicken broth, 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 2 cloves garlic, minced, 1 tsp Italian seasoning, salt and pepper to taste
- Garnish: Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the diced chicken and cook for 6-8 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
- Reduce heat to low and stir in the heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning.
- Add the steamed broccoli and cooked penne pasta, stirring to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, and cook for another 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
- This dish can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- To reheat, warm in a skillet over low heat, adding a splash of chicken broth if needed.
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or a non-dairy alternative.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or spinach for extra nutrition.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: main-dish
- Method: sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 30 grams
- Saturated Fat: 15 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 45 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 30 grams
- Cholesterol: 100 milligrams
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