Description
A creamy and cheesy garlic chicken and broccoli pasta recipe that is easy to make and perfect for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound pasta
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 pound chicken breast
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions.
- In the last 2 minutes, add broccoli to the pasta water.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté garlic until fragrant.
- Add the chicken and cook until browned and cooked through.
- Stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, mixing until smooth.
- Combine the chicken mixture with the pasta and broccoli; season with salt and pepper.
- Serve warm, garnished with additional Parmesan if desired.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add red pepper flakes to the skillet.
- Leftovers can be reheated in the microwave.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3 grams
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 30 grams
- Saturated Fat: 15 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 60 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 35 grams
- Cholesterol: 100 mg
Keywords: Cheesy Garlic Chicken and Broccoli Pasta