Description
Indulge in a comforting and satisfying meal with this Creamy Broccoli and Chicken Penne recipe. Tender penne pasta, succulent chicken, and vibrant broccoli come together in a rich and creamy Parmesan sauce that is sure to please your taste buds.
Ingredients
Scale
Penne Pasta:
- 2 cups penne pasta
Chicken:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
Broccoli:
- 2 cups broccoli florets
Sauce:
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Garnish:
- ¼ cup fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Boil Penne Pasta: Cook penne pasta until al dente; set aside.
- Sauté Chicken: In a skillet, sauté chicken in olive oil with Italian herbs, salt, and pepper. Remove from skillet.
- Steam Broccoli: Steam broccoli with chicken broth until tender.
- Prepare Sauce: In the same skillet, sauté garlic, then stir in heavy cream and Parmesan until a smooth sauce forms.
- Combine Ingredients: Toss pasta, chicken, and broccoli with the sauce until well coated.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with parsley and serve warm.
Notes
- Substitute chicken with shrimp or tofu for a different twist.
- Add chili flakes for a spicy flavor.
- Best served fresh, but reheats well with a splash of cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
Keywords: Creamy, Broccoli, Chicken, Penne, Pasta, Parmesan, Italian, Comfort Food
