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One Pot Chicken and Broccoli Pasta

One Pot Chicken and Broccoli Pasta

Description

Make this creamy one pot chicken and broccoli pasta—simple, delicious, and perfect for a quick, family-friendly dinner.

Ingredients

Scale

1 pound (450g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes

8 ounces (225g) pasta (penne, rotini, or fusilli work best)

4 cups (280g) fresh broccoli florets, cut into bite-sized pieces

3 tablespoons olive oil, divided

3–4 cloves garlic, minced (about 1 tablespoon)

1 medium onion, finely diced (about 1 cup)

3 cups (720ml) low-sodium chicken broth

1 cup (240ml) milk (whole milk creates the creamiest result)

1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

1/2 cup (50g) grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving

Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large, deep skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Season chicken cubes with salt and pepper, then add to the hot oil. Cook for 4-5 minutes until golden brown on all sides but not necessarily cooked through. Transfer chicken to a plate and set aside.
  2. Add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil to the same pot. Add diced onions and cook for 2-3 minutes until they begin to soften. Add minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic as it will turn bitter.
  3. Pour in the chicken broth, using a wooden spoon to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot. These flavor-packed bits dissolve into the broth, enriching your final sauce.
  4. Add the milk, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes (if using). Bring the liquid to a gentle boil.
  5. Add the pasta to the pot, stirring well to ensure it’s submerged in the liquid. Return the partially cooked chicken to the pot, along with any accumulated juices. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for about 8 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
  6. Check the pasta for doneness. When it’s about 2 minutes away from being fully cooked, add the broccoli florets on top and replace the lid. The steam will help cook the broccoli without making it mushy.
  7. Once the pasta is al dente and the broccoli is bright green and tender-crisp (about 3-4 minutes after adding the broccoli), remove the pot from heat.
  8. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and incorporated. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
  9. Let the dish stand for 2-3 minutes before serving to allow the sauce to thicken to perfect consistency.

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