Description
Cheesy garlic chicken and broccoli pasta is a creamy, flavorful dish that combines tender chicken, fresh broccoli, and pasta in a cheesy garlic sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and 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 the diced chicken and cook until browned and cooked through.
- Add garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add broccoli to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in the cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
- Add cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot.
Notes
- Substitute chicken with shrimp for a different protein.
- Add red pepper flakes for extra heat.
- Use whole wheat pasta for a healthier option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: cheesy garlic chicken and broccoli pasta