Creamy Chicken and Broccoli Pasta

Ingredients

12 oz rigatoni or pasta of choice

2 tbsp olive oil

2 chicken breasts, cubed

2 cups broccoli florets

4 garlic cloves, minced

1 1/2 cups heavy cream

1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1/2 cup chicken broth

1 tsp Italian seasoning

Salt and pepper to taste

Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Directions

Cook Pasta: Boil a large pot of salted water and cook rigatoni according to package instructions. Add broccoli during the last 2 minutes of cooking. Drain and set aside.

Cook Chicken: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Season the cubed chicken with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Sauté the chicken for 6-8 minutes until browned and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

Make the Sauce: In the same skillet, add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream, and bring to a simmer. Stir in Parmesan cheese and let the sauce thicken, about 3-4 minutes.

Combine: Add the cooked pasta, broccoli, and chicken back into the skillet. Toss everything together until well coated in the creamy sauce.

Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley and more Parmesan if desired. Serve warm and enjoy!

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 20 minutes

Total Time 30 minutes