Creamy Broccoli and Chicken Penne for a Cozy Weeknight Dinner
A comforting and delicious creamy dish that combines chicken, broccoli, and penne pasta, perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: High Protein
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups penne pasta
- 1 pound broccoli florets
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 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 diced chicken and cook until browned and cooked through.
- Add minced garlic and broccoli florets to the skillet; sauté for about 5 minutes.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in the cooked penne and Parmesan cheese; mix until well combined and the cheese has melted.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Serve warm.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider adding red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
- This dish can be easily adjusted with your choice of vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg