Super Creamy Chicken & Broccoli Pasta Twist
Indulge in the Super Creamy Chicken & Broccoli Pasta Twist, a delightful combination of tender chicken, vibrant broccoli, and rich creamy sauce enveloping perfectly cooked pasta. This recipe is the epitome of comfort food, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or special family gatherings. With its quick preparation and cooking time, you can enjoy an enticing meal that satisfies both kids and adults alike. Whether you’re looking to please the whole family or impress guests at a dinner party, this dish guarantees deliciousness with every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- Spiral pasta (rotini or fusilli)
- Cubed chicken breast
- Broccoli florets
- Minced garlic
- Butter or olive oil
- Heavy cream
- Grated parmesan cheese
- Salt & black pepper
- Onion powder or Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Boil salted water in a large pot, add pasta, and cook until al dente as per package instructions.
- Steam the broccoli: While the pasta cooks, steam broccoli until bright green and tender-crisp (4–5 minutes).
- Sauté garlic and chicken: In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter or heat oil, sauté garlic for 1 minute, then add chicken; season and cook until golden brown.
- Create the sauce: Pour in heavy cream and stir in parmesan cheese until melted into a silky sauce.
- Combine: Add cooked pasta and steamed broccoli to the skillet; toss everything with a splash of reserved pasta water if needed.
- Serve warm: Enjoy your creamy dish immediately!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 576
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 110mg