Chicken Broccoli Pasta
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5
10 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Resting Time
2 mins
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Total Time
22 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
736 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Chicken Broccoli Pasta
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You'll love this Easy Affordable Chicken Broccoli Pasta Recipe that only uses 1 pot to prepare in under 20 minutes. Try this quick dinner idea today!
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Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound chicken breast cut into bite-sized pieces, boneless, skinless
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon garlic minced
- 2 1/2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream or whole milk
- 8 ounces pasta like penne, fusilli, or rotini, uncooked
- 2 cups broccoli fresh or frozen, florets
- 1 cup Parmesan Cheese grated
- red pepper flakes optional, for garnish
- lemon zest
- fresh herbs
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper, and add them to the pot. Cook until the chicken is browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken and set aside.
- In the same pot, add a bit more oil if needed and sauté the garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream, and bring the mixture to a boil.
- Add the uncooked pasta to the pot, stirring occasionally, and let it cook for about 8 minutes, or until it's almost done.
- Add the broccoli to the pot, cover, and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, or until the pasta is al dente and the broccoli is tender.
- Return the cooked chicken to the pot and stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and well combined. If the sauce is too thick, add a little more broth or cream to reach your desired consistency.
- Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
- Serve hot, garnished with red pepper flakes, lemon zest, or chopped fresh herbs like parsley or basil if desired.
Notes
- Choose pasta that cooks in about 10 minutes to ensure everything is done at the same time.
- If you prefer a lighter version, you can substitute the heavy cream with half-and-half or an extra splash of chicken broth.
- For an additional burst of freshness, try adding a squeeze of lemon juice or a bit of lemon zest before serving.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
736kcal
(37%)
Carbohydrates
51g
(17%)
Protein
43g
(86%)
Fat
40g
(62%)
Saturated Fat
19g
(95%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
3g
(18%)
Monounsaturated Fat
13g
(65%)
Trans Fat
0.01g
(1%)
Cholesterol
164mg
(55%)
Sodium
1149mg
(48%)
Potassium
827mg
(18%)
Fiber
3g
(12%)
Sugar
5g
(10%)
Vitamin A
1412IU
(28%)
Vitamin C
43mg
(48%)
Calcium
309mg
(31%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 736 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 736kcal | 37% |
| Carbohydrates | 51g | 17% |
| Protein | 43g | 86% |
| Fat | 40g | 62% |
| Saturated Fat | 19g | 95% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 13g | 65% |
| Trans Fat | 0.01g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 164mg | 55% |
| Sodium | 1149mg | 48% |
| Potassium | 827mg | 18% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 1412IU | 28% |
| Vitamin C | 43mg | 48% |
| Calcium | 309mg | 31% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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