This Chicken and Broccoli Pasta is a quick and delicious dish that combines tender chicken pieces with fresh broccoli and pasta, tossed in a savory sauce. Perfect for a hearty meal that's ready in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
- 1 cup chicken breast cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 8 ounces pasta such as penne or fusilli
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1/4 cup parmesan cheese grated
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- to taste salt and pepper
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the broccoli florets to the skillet and cook until tender, about 4-5 minutes.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Let it cook for a few minutes until it reduces slightly.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss everything together. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Sprinkle the grated parmesan cheese on top. Serve warm.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 525kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 37gFat: 21gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 550mgPotassium: 850mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 81mgCalcium: 140mgIron: 3mg