Creamy Broccoli and Chicken Penne
Savory Creamy Chicken and Broccoli Pasta Delight
Ingredients:
12 oz penne pasta
2 cups broccoli florets
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, diced
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 cups heavy cream
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Directions:
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the penne pasta and cook according to package instructions. In the last 3 minutes of cooking, add the broccoli florets to the pot. Drain and set aside.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced chicken and cook until golden brown and fully cooked, about 6-7 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, and paprika. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, sauté the minced garlic for 1 minute until fragrant. Lower the heat and pour in the heavy cream. Simmer gently for 2-3 minutes.
Stir in the Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning, and continue to cook until the sauce thickens slightly. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
Return the cooked chicken and broccoli to the skillet, mixing them into the creamy sauce. Add the cooked penne pasta and toss everything together until well combined.
Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes
Kcal: 475 kcal | Servings: 4 servings