Description
This Cheesy Garlic Chicken and Broccoli Pasta is an easy and delicious recipe that combines tender chicken, fresh broccoli, and creamy cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups pasta
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced chicken and cook until no longer pink.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
- Stir in broccoli and cook until just tender.
- Add heavy cream, bring to a simmer and stir in cheddar cheese until melted.
- Combine cooked pasta with the skillet mixture and stir to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot.
Notes
- This dish can be topped with additional cheese before serving for an extra cheesy flavor.
- For some spice, add red pepper flakes when sautéing the garlic.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Cheesy Garlic Chicken and Broccoli Pasta, easy pasta recipe, chicken pasta, broccoli recipe