Best Pasta With Chicken And Broccoli Recipes

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CHICKEN AND BROCCOLI PASTA



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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

PASTA, BROCCOLI AND CHICKEN



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A mixture of pasta, broccoli, pesto, tomatoes and cheese that is practically a meal in itself, especially with the cooked chicken. Great served with crusty bread or a tossed salad. Try using bow tie pasta for an added variation!

Provided by Joanne

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes     Pasta

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

12 ounces rigatoni pasta
½ pound fresh broccoli florets
¼ cup olive oil
1 tablespoon minced garlic
2 tablespoons pesto
1 cup chopped tomatoes
¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 pound boneless chicken breast halves, cooked and chopped
salt to taste
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a large pot with boiling salted water cook rigatoni pasta until al dente. Drain.
  • Meanwhile, blanch broccoli florets in a medium size saucepan, remove with slotted spoon. In same pan saute the minced garlic and pesto sauce in the olive oil for 2 minutes. Add the chopped tomatoes and set aside.
  • In a large bowl toss cooked pasta with blanched broccoli, cooked chicken, and garlic/tomato mixture. Add grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and ground black pepper and mix well. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 508.7 calories, Carbohydrate 45.7 g, Cholesterol 67.2 mg, Fat 21.3 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 34.4 g, SaturatedFat 5.5 g, Sodium 256.8 mg, Sugar 3.4 g

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

EASY CHICKEN BROCCOLI PASTA



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"This is so easy to throw together in a pinch. It's great served with some crusty bread and a nice veggie salad." Renee Pajestka - Brunswick, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups uncooked penne pasta
2 cups frozen broccoli florets
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 small sweet red pepper, chopped
1/2 cup white wine or reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 cup reduced-fat Alfredo sauce

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions, adding the broccoli during the last 5 minutes of cooking., Meanwhile, sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper. In a large nonstick skillet, saute chicken in oil until lightly browned. Add pepper; saute 3-5 minutes longer or until chicken is no longer pink and pepper is tender., Drain pasta mixture; add to the pan. Reduce heat to low. Stir in wine, then Alfredo sauce; cook and stir until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 400 calories, Fat 13g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 88mg cholesterol, Sodium 654mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 31g protein.

CHICKEN AND PASTA STIR-FRY



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Enjoy this tasty stir-fry made with chicken and pasta - ready for dinner in 30 minutes.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups uncooked farfalle (bow-tie) pasta (4 ounces)
1 pound asparagus, cut into 2-inch pieces (3 cups)
2 medium onions, sliced
1 1/2 cups ready-to-serve chicken broth
2 cups cubed chicken
3 tablespoons chopped fresh or 1 tablespoon dried basil leaves
3 tablespoons chopped sun-dried tomatoes (not oil-packed)
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Freshly grated Parmesan cheese, if desired

Steps:

  • Cook and drain pasta as directed on package.
  • Spray 12-inch skillet with cooking spray; heat over medium heat. Cook asparagus, onions and 1 cup of the broth in skillet 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until liquid has evaporated.
  • Add chicken; stir-fry about 5 minutes to heat through.
  • Stir in remaining 1/2 cup broth, the basil, tomatoes, pepper and pasta. Cook about 2 minutes, stirring frequently, until mixture is hot. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 290, Carbohydrate 31 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Fiber 3 g, Protein 33 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving, Sodium 510 mg

PASTA WITH CHICKEN AND BROCCOLI



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This is a fast & easy recipe and I've also used it with shrimp. I also added sauted fresh mushrooms and used ½ whole wheat pasta.

Provided by Zipadedoda

Categories     Poultry

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1/2 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1/2 inch wide stripes
1 1/2 cups broccoli florets
3/4 cup sun-dried tomato packed in oil, drained and sliced thin
1 teaspoon dried basil leaves
salt and pepper
1/4 cup dry white wine
3/4 cup chicken broth
1 tablespoon butter
1/2 lb bow tie pasta, cooked according to diections and drained
parmesan cheese (optional)

Steps:

  • In large skillet, heat oil over medium heat.
  • Saute garlic for about 1 minute, until golden, stirring constantly.
  • Add the chicken stripes and saute until white and almost completely cooked.
  • Add the broccoli and saute til tender, then add the sun-dried tomatoes, salt and pepper.
  • Add the wine, then the broth and butter and cook for about 3 to 5 minutes or heated through, stirring occasionally.
  • Toss the cooked pasta with chicken mixture. Serve with Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 499.6, Fat 22.9, SaturatedFat 5, Cholesterol 88.4, Sodium 275.8, Carbohydrate 48, Fiber 3.2, Sugar 1.4, Protein 24.1

CHICKEN AND BROCCOLI ALFREDO RECIPE BY TASTY



Chicken and Broccoli Alfredo Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: salt, penne pasta, broccoli floret, olive oil, boneless, skinless chicken breasts, pepper, butter, garlic, heavy cream, salt, nutmeg, black pepper, grated parmesan cheese, red pepper flake

Provided by Hector Gomez

Categories     Dinner

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

salt, to taste
8 oz penne pasta
2 cups broccoli floret
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed
pepper, to taste
¼ cup butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon nutmeg
¼ teaspoon black pepper
1 ½ cups grated parmesan cheese, plus extra for garnish
red pepper flake, to garnish

Steps:

  • Bring a quart (950 ML) of water in a large pot to a boil over high heat, and salt to taste.
  • Cook pasta for 8 minutes, or until slightly underdone.
  • Add broccoli to pasta and simmer for 4 minutes with the lid on.
  • Strain the pasta and broccoli in a colander, and run cold water over to prevent the broccoli from over cooking.
  • Heat the olive oil in the pot over medium-high heat, and add the chicken. Season the chicken with season salt and pepper.
  • Once the chicken is cooked through, remove it from the pot and set aside.
  • Add the butter to the pot, and melt it. Once butter is fully melted, add in garlic and stir continuously for 10 seconds.
  • Add the heavy cream, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Stir often, and cook until sauce starts to bubble slightly.
  • Once the sauce is bubbling and begins to cook down, add in Parmesan cheese and stir until the sauce thickens.
  • Add in the cooked chicken, pasta, and broccoli, and stir until fully combined.
  • Top with Parmesan cheese or red chili flakes.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 828 calories, Carbohydrate 50 grams, Fat 54 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 43 grams, Sugar 4 grams

PASTA WITH CHICKEN AND BROCCOLI



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This recipe is a simple, fast, one dish meal,yet elegant enough for company dinners. Just add a green salad and some garlic bread. I make this whenever I have some leftover chicken breasts.

Provided by Geema

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

12 ounces penne or 12 ounces rigatoni pasta
1/2 lb fresh broccoli florets
1/4 cup olive oil
2 -3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons pesto sauce
1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
3/4 cup grated parmesan cheese, more to taste
1 lb boneless chicken breast half, cooked and chopped
1 pinch red pepper flakes (optional)
salt
ground black pepper
fresh basil, chopped for garnish

Steps:

  • In a large pot with boiling salted water cook pasta according to directions until al dente.
  • Drain.
  • Meanwhile, blanch broccoli florets in a medium size saucepan for 2 minutes.
  • Drain and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking.
  • In large saute pan add the minced garlic and pesto sauce and olive oil, cooking over medium high heat for for 2 minutes.
  • Add the chopped tomatoes, broccoli, cooked chicken, salt and pepper and red pepper flakes.
  • Stir to mix well and until heated.
  • Add cooked pasta to saute pan and stir to blend.
  • Add Parmesan cheese, fresh chopped basil and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 763.9, Fat 29.8, SaturatedFat 7.9, Cholesterol 111.8, Sodium 539.5, Carbohydrate 76.1, Fiber 10.4, Sugar 2.8, Protein 49.7

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