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One Pot Chicken Broccoli Pasta
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One Pot Chicken Broccoli Pasta

Chicken, penne and broccoli cooked in one pot with a creamy Parmesan finish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting 2 minutes
Total Time 42 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into 3/4-inch pieces
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 12 oz dry penne
  • 3 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 4 cups small broccoli florets
  • 1/2 cup finely grated Parmesan

Method
 

  1. Heat oil in a 6-quart pot over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper and sauté for 6–8 minutes until 165°F. Transfer to a clean plate.
  2. Stir garlic in the pot for 30 seconds. Add dry penne, broth and cream. Bring to a gentle boil, then simmer uncovered for 8 minutes, stirring frequently.
  3. Add broccoli and simmer 4–6 minutes more, stirring, until pasta and broccoli are tender. Add water 1/4 cup at a time if liquid reduces before pasta is cooked.
  4. Return chicken and heat through. Remove from heat and stir in Parmesan. Rest 2 minutes for sauce to thicken.

Notes

Equipment: 6-quart pot, instant-read thermometer.
Serving size: one of 6 equal portions.
Refrigerate leftovers in shallow covered containers within 2 hours and use within 3–4 days. Reheat hot dishes to 165°F.