Description
Indulge in the rich and creamy flavors of this Garlic Chicken and Broccoli Pasta—a perfect comfort dish! Tender chicken, fresh broccoli, and penne pasta are coated in a luscious garlic cream sauce, making it an easy and satisfying meal for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Meat:
2 chicken breasts, cooked and cut into small cubes
Produce:
2 cups broccoli florets
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 small onion, finely chopped
Pasta & Grains:
8 oz penne pasta
Baking & Spices:
2 tbsp all-purpose flour
1 tsp salt
1 tsp pepper
Oils & Vinegars:
2 tbsp olive oil
Dairy:
1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
2 cups whole milk
Instructions
Cook the Pasta & Broccoli:
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions.
In the last 2 minutes of cooking, add the broccoli florets. Drain and set aside.
Prepare the Chicken:
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
Add the cooked, cubed chicken and sauté for 2 minutes. Remove and set aside.
Make the Garlic Cream Sauce:
In the same skillet, add a bit more olive oil if needed. Sauté the onion until translucent, about 2 minutes.
Add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute to eliminate the raw flour taste.
Add the Milk & Cheese:
Gradually whisk in the whole milk, stirring continuously until smooth and thickened.
Stir in the Parmesan cheese until fully melted. Season with salt and pepper.
Combine Everything:
Add the cooked chicken, pasta, and broccoli into the skillet. Toss well to coat everything in the creamy sauce.
Serve & Enjoy:
Garnish with extra Parmesan and black pepper if desired. Serve hot!
Notes
For extra creaminess, substitute half of the milk with heavy cream.
Add red pepper flakes for a little heat.
You can use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
