Got it π hereβs a simple, creamy, comfort-food style recipeβperfect for a busy day.
Creamy Chicken and Broccoli Pasta
Ingredients
12 oz pasta (penne, fettuccine, or rotini)
2 cups broccoli florets
2 chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
2 tbsp olive oil or butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
Β½ cup chicken broth
ΒΎ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Salt & black pepper, to taste
Β½ tsp paprika (optional)
Β½ tsp Italian seasoning (optional)
Red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
Cook pasta in salted water according to package directions. Add broccoli during the last 2β3 minutes. Drain and set aside.
Cook chicken Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and paprika. Cook until golden and fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
Make the sauce In the same skillet, add garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Pour in chicken broth and cream, stirring gently. Simmer 3β4 minutes until slightly thickened.
Add cheese Stir in Parmesan until smooth and creamy.
Combine Add cooked pasta, broccoli, and chicken back to the skillet. Toss everything together until well coated.
Taste & serve Adjust seasoning. Sprinkle with extra Parmesan or red pepper flakes if you like.
Optional Add-ins
Mushrooms π
Sun-dried tomatoes
A squeeze of lemon for freshness
Swap cream for half-and-half for a lighter version
If you want, I can turn this into a one-pot version, slow cooker, or oven-baked pasta π
