Chicken Broccoli Pasta

5 from 6 votes

You'll love this Easy Affordable Chicken Broccoli Pasta Recipe that only uses 1 pot to prepare in under 20 minutes. Try this quick dinner idea today!

Prep Time5

Cook Time15

Resting Time2

Total Time22

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Servings:

Cost: $12.25, $3.06 per Serving

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
Season the diced chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
Add the chicken to the pot and cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside.
In the same pot, add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream. Bring the mixture to a boil.
Add the uncooked pasta and stir. Cook for about 8 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add the broccoli florets, cover, and cook for an additional 3–4 minutes until the pasta is al dente and the broccoli is tender.
Return the cooked chicken to the pot.
Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and fully incorporated. If the sauce is too thick, add a little extra broth or cream until it reaches your desired consistency.
Taste and adjust with additional salt and pepper if needed.
Serve hot and garnish with red pepper flakes, lemon zest, or fresh herbs if desired. Enjoy!

Choose pasta that cooks in about 10 minutes to ensure everything is done at the same time.

If you prefer a lighter version, you can substitute the heavy cream with half-and-half or an extra splash of chicken broth.

For an additional burst of freshness, try adding a squeeze of lemon juice or a bit of lemon zest before serving.