Creamy Garlic Chicken Broccoli Penne: The Ultimate Comfort Dish
A delicious creamy garlic chicken and broccoli dish served over penne pasta, perfect for those seeking comfort food!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces penne pasta
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced chicken and cook until browned.
- Stir in the minced garlic and broccoli florets, cooking until the broccoli is tender.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Add the cooked penne to the skillet and toss to combine. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with a low-fat alternative.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or spinach.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Creamy Garlic Chicken Broccoli Penne