5 from 18 votes
Creamy Chicken and Broccoli Pasta Recipe
Creamy Chicken and Broccoli Pasta blends diced chicken breast with tender broccoli and pasta, enriched by cheddar and Parmesan cheeses. The cooking process involves sautéing chicken and aromatics before simmering broccoli in chicken broth, then tossing everything with cooked pasta and cheese to create a warm, creamy, and savory main dish. This recipe balances protein, vegetables, and cheese into a satisfying comfort meal.
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings:
4
Serving
Calories:
491 kcal
Course:
Main Course
Cuisine:
Italian
Ingredients
- 1 pound pasta
- 1 pound chicken breast diced
- 1-2 shallot
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1 cup cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup Parmesan Cheese grated
- 1 broccoli head
- ¾ cup chicken broth
- salt pepper, and Italian seasoning to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to the package instructions.
- While the pasta is cooking, season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- In a large nonstick skillet, cook the chicken until it’s cooked through and no longer pink in the center. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- To the same skillet, add the shallots and garlic.
- Cook until they’re softened, then add in the broccoli and chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 3-5 minutes, or until the broccoli is tender.
- Combine the cooked pasta, chicken, and broccoli and toss. Add in the cheddar and parmesan cheese, and season with additional salt and pepper to taste. Serve warm and enjoy!
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Notes
- Add reserved pasta cooking water if the cheese sauce seems dry to achieve desired creaminess.
- Salt the pasta water only once it starts boiling to avoid prolonging the boiling time.
- For softer broccoli, cook it together with the pasta during boiling.