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Creamy Chicken and Broccoli Pasta
A rich and satisfying creamy pasta dish featuring tender chicken cubes, fresh broccoli, and sautéed mushrooms, all coated in a luxurious cream sauce. Seasoned with Italian herbs, garlic, and complete seasoning, and finished with a generous blend of Parmesan and mozzarella cheeses. This recipe is perfect for a comforting family meal.
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Rich Creamy Pasta with Chicken and Broccoli
Recipe Information
15m
Prep Time
37m
Cook Time
52m
Total Time
6
Servings
Medium
Italian-inspired
Dutch
Nutrition (per serving)
860
Calories
40g
Protein
70g
Carbs
32g
Fat
Close-up of the Finished Creamy Pasta Dish
Ingredients
Servings: 6
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Pasta being mixed into the creamy sauce
Instructions
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- Boil a large pot of salted water. Add pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain the pasta, reserving about half a cup of pasta water, then set the pasta aside.10m
Preview10mPreviewBoil a large pot of salted water. Add pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain the pasta, reserving about half a cup of pasta water, then set the pasta aside. - While the pasta is cooking, cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized cubes and mince the garlic cloves.5m
Preview5mPreviewWhile the pasta is cooking, cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized cubes and mince the garlic cloves. - Heat 1 tablespoon of butter in a large deep pan or pot over medium-high heat. Add the cubed chicken and cook until browned on all sides and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the cooked chicken from the pan and set aside.7m
Preview7mPreviewHeat 1 tablespoon of butter in a large deep pan or pot over medium-high heat. Add the cubed chicken and cook until browned on all sides and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the cooked chicken from the pan and set aside. - In the same pan, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter (or a bit more if needed). Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Then add the sliced mushrooms and cook until softened and lightly browned, about 5 minutes.6m
Preview6mPreviewIn the same pan, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter (or a bit more if needed). Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Then add the sliced mushrooms and cook until softened and lightly browned, about 5 minutes. - Add the broccoli florets to the pan with the mushrooms. Cook for 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp, stirring occasionally.4m
Preview4mPreviewAdd the broccoli florets to the pan with the mushrooms. Cook for 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp, stirring occasionally. - Return the cooked chicken to the pan with the sautéed vegetables.1m
Preview1mPreviewReturn the cooked chicken to the pan with the sautéed vegetables. - Pour in the cooking cream and the splash of whole milk. Add the Italian herbs, garlic parsley seasoning, complete seasoning, the chicken bouillon cube, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine all ingredients.3m
Preview3mPreviewPour in the cooking cream and the splash of whole milk. Add the Italian herbs, garlic parsley seasoning, complete seasoning, the chicken bouillon cube, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine all ingredients. - Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until it slightly thickens, about 3-5 minutes. Break up the bouillon cube if it hasn't dissolved completely.4m
Preview4mPreviewBring the sauce to a gentle simmer over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until it slightly thickens, about 3-5 minutes. Break up the bouillon cube if it hasn't dissolved completely. - Add the drained cooked pasta to the sauce in the pan. Toss gently to coat the pasta evenly with the creamy sauce, chicken, and vegetables.1m
Preview1mPreviewAdd the drained cooked pasta to the sauce in the pan. Toss gently to coat the pasta evenly with the creamy sauce, chicken, and vegetables. - Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and shredded mozzarella cheese until they are completely melted and the sauce is smooth and creamy. If the sauce is too thick, add a little reserved pasta water until it reaches your desired consistency.2m
Preview2mPreviewStir in the grated Parmesan cheese and shredded mozzarella cheese until they are completely melted and the sauce is smooth and creamy. If the sauce is too thick, add a little reserved pasta water until it reaches your desired consistency. - Serve the creamy chicken and broccoli pasta hot. Garnish with extra Parmesan cheese or fresh chopped parsley if desired.1m
Preview1mPreviewServe the creamy chicken and broccoli pasta hot. Garnish with extra Parmesan cheese or fresh chopped parsley if desired.
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