Description
Creamy Chicken and Broccoli Penne is a delightful dish that brings together tender chicken, vibrant broccoli, and perfectly cooked penne pasta in a luscious, creamy sauce. Ready in just 30 minutes, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions. Each bite delivers a satisfying blend of flavors and textures that the whole family will love. With customizable ingredients and one-pot simplicity, it’s an easy addition to your dinner rotation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 4 oz cream cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Boil salted water in a large pot. Cook penne pasta until al dente; add broccoli during the last 2 minutes of cooking. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Cook until golden brown; remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant. Stir in heavy cream and chicken broth; add cream cheese until smooth.
- Mix in Parmesan cheese and mozzarella until creamy; season to taste.
- Combine cooked pasta, broccoli, and chicken into the sauce; mix well to coat.
- Serve garnished with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 350g)
- Calories: 568
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 674mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Feel free to substitute other vegetables like bell peppers or spinach based on your preference. For a lighter version, try using low-fat cream cheese or half-and-half.