Description
A creamy and delicious pasta dish featuring tender chicken and vibrant broccoli, perfect for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
- 2 cups penne pasta
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the penne pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Cook until the chicken is browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes.
- Add the broccoli florets to the skillet with the chicken and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, until the broccoli is tender but still bright green.
- Pour in the heavy cream, chicken broth, and Italian seasoning. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer. Allow to cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and well combined. Add the cooked penne pasta to the skillet and toss to coat in the creamy sauce.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider marinating the chicken in lemon juice and herbs for 30 minutes before cooking.
- You can substitute the broccoli with other vegetables like spinach or peas for a different twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 120mg