Best Katies Chicken And Broccoli Pasta Recipes

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CREAMY BROCCOLI CHICKEN PASTA



Creamy broccoli chicken pasta image

When you need dinner under 30 minutes, this broccoli chicken pasta with the creamiest sauce will save the day. Say hello to your family's new favorite!

Provided by Alida Ryder

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 10

500 g (1lb) boneless chicken thighs (chopped into bite size pieces )
2 tbsp butter
3 garlic cloves (crushed/minced)
1 cup heavy/whipping cream
1 tsp dried thyme
2-3 cups broccoli (sliced into small florets)
3/4 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
1 tsp lemon juice
salt and pepper (to taste )
500 g (1lb) pasta (cooked + 1 cup cooking water reserved)

Steps:

  • Heat a large pan over high heat.
  • Drizzle a few teaspoons of olive oil over the chicken then season with salt and pepper.
  • Brown the chicken in the pan for a few minutes until the chicken is opaque white and starting to turn golden brown. Remove from the pan and set aside.
  • Add the butter and garlic to the pan and allow to cook for 30 seconds.
  • Pour in the cream and add the thyme and lemon juice. Bring to a simmer then add the chicken and broccoli to the pan. Partially cover and Allow to simmer for 5-7 minutes until the chicken and broccoli are cooked.
  • Add the Parmesan and stir into the sauce. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Toss in the pasta and add some of the reserved cooking water if necessary. You want the pasta to be well-coated in the cream sauce. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 538 kcal, Carbohydrate 65 g, Protein 30 g, Fat 18 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Cholesterol 110 mg, Sodium 339 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CHEESY CHICKEN AND BROCCOLI PASTA RECIPE BY TASTY



Cheesy Chicken And Broccoli Pasta Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: olive oil, chicken breasts, salt, pepper, yellow onion, garlic, chicken broth, water, pasta shells, broccoli, cayenne powder, nutmeg, milk, shredded cheddar cheese

Provided by Tasty

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 chicken breasts, cut into 1 inch (2cm) pieces
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
½ cup yellow onion, about half an onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, about 1 tablespoon, minced
2 cups chicken broth
3 cups water
16 oz pasta shells
4 cups broccoli, or one head of broccoli
½ teaspoon cayenne powder
¼ teaspoon nutmeg
1 cup milk
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil on medium heat in a large pot. Add chicken breasts, season with salt and pepper, and allow the chicken to brown on one side.
  • Flip chicken, then add onions and garlic as the second side browns.
  • Once the chicken has browned on both sides, add chicken broth, water, and pasta to the pot.
  • Stir all ingredients, cover the pot with a lid, and bring to a boil. When it begins to boil, uncover and stir. Bring the heat to low, stir, then cover and let simmer for 20 minutes.
  • After 20 minutes has passed, uncover and add in the broccoli. Stir continually as the broccoli steams until the rest of the liquid evaporates.
  • Add milk and cheddar cheese and stir until the cheese melts and you have a smooth cheese sauce.
  • Add salt and pepper (to taste), cayenne, and nutmeg. Stir once more, then you're ready to serve.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1318 calories, Carbohydrate 133 grams, Fat 60 grams, Fiber 9 grams, Protein 57 grams, Sugar 14 grams

ONE-POT CREAMY CHICKEN AND BROCCOLI PASTA RECIPE BY TASTY



One-Pot Creamy Chicken and Broccoli Pasta Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: oil, chicken breast, seasoned salt, pepper, small onion, broccoli, milk, bowtie pasta, shredded parmesan cheese, shredded mozzarella cheese

Provided by Camille Bergerson

Categories     Dinner

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon oil
1 ½ lb chicken breast, cubed
1 teaspoon seasoned salt, divided
pepper, to taste
1 small onion, sliced
1 medium head broccoli
6 cups milk
1 lb bowtie pasta
1 cup shredded parmesan cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Heat half of the oil in a large pot. Add in the chicken, season with half of the seasoned salt and pepper, and cook.
  • Once the chicken is nicely browned and cooked through, remove it from the pan. Set aside.
  • Add in remaining oil, onion, and broccoli. Cover for 2 minutes. Season with remaining seasoned salt and pepper. Cook and stir until the onions begin to become translucent.
  • Pour in milk and bring to a boil. Stir periodically so the bottom does not burn.
  • Once milk is bubbling, add pasta and stir frequently until pasta reaches your desired doneness (approximately 10 minutes at medium heat).
  • Add in Parmesan and mozzarella. Stir until cheese is melted.
  • Stir in chicken until well incorporated.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1057 calories, Carbohydrate 115 grams, Fat 29 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 80 grams, Sugar 25 grams

CHICKEN AND BROCCOLI PASTA



Chicken and Broccoli Pasta image

Boneless chicken and broccoli make a delicious pairing in a tomato-garlic sauce. Use your favorite shaped pasta - penne and shells work well.

Provided by Gloria McShane

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 tablespoons olive oil
1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into 1 inch pieces
1 tablespoon chopped onion
2 cloves garlic, chopped
2 (14.5 ounce) cans diced tomatoes
2 cups fresh broccoli florets
salt and pepper to taste
1 pinch dried oregano
18 ounces dry penne pasta
¼ cup fresh basil leaves, cut into thin strips
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a large skillet over medium heat, warm oil and add chicken; cook until slightly brown. Add onion and garlic to cook for about 5 minutes or until garlic is golden and onions are translucent.
  • Add tomatoes, broccoli, salt, pepper and oregano; stir well and bring to a boil. Cover and turn down heat to simmer for about 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until tender; drain and add back into pot. Pour chicken sauce into pot and mix well.
  • Add basil and toss well; top with Parmesan cheese. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 367.9 calories, Carbohydrate 51 g, Cholesterol 34 mg, Fat 7.7 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 23.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 296.1 mg, Sugar 5 g

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