Best 7 Creamy Pasta With Chicken And Broccoli Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary delight with this creamy pasta dish, where tender chicken and vibrant broccoli florets harmoniously blend in a luscious, velvety sauce. This delectable dish offers a symphony of flavors, textures, and colors, making it a feast for both the palate and the eyes. With three enticing variations to choose from, this recipe caters to diverse preferences and dietary needs. The classic version tantalizes taste buds with a rich Alfredo sauce, while the sun-dried tomato pesto variation adds a burst of tangy, Mediterranean flavors. For those seeking a lighter option, the Greek yogurt sauce offers a creamy indulgence without compromising on taste. Elevate your culinary skills and create a restaurant-quality meal in the comfort of your own kitchen.

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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

CREAMY BROCCOLI CHICKEN PASTA



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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

CREAMY CHICKEN AND BROCCOLI CASSEROLE



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This casserole is a hit with my whole family. Even my children enjoy eating their broccoli with this homemade meal.

Provided by Jill P

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Casserole Recipes     Vegetable

Time 54m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 (16 ounce) package rotini pasta, uncooked
2 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 cups broccoli florets, finely chopped
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup milk
salt and pepper to taste
⅛ teaspoon chipotle chile powder
2 cups Cheddar cheese, shredded
¼ cup onion, finely diced
1 pound ground chicken
1 cup sour cream

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add rotini pasta and cook until al dente, 7 to 10 minutes. Drain, cover, and set aside until needed.
  • Melt butter in a saucepan over medium-high heat, and stir in 1 tablespoon olive oil. Add 1 cup broccoli; toss and cook just until tender, about 5 minutes. Sprinkle broccoli with flour, and cook 1 minute. Stir in the chicken broth, and bring to a boil. Pour in the milk, and stir to blend. Season with salt, pepper, and chipotle pepper powder, if desired. Reduce heat to medium, and simmer mixture until sauce thickens, 8 to 10 minutes. Mix in 1 cup Cheddar cheese and stir until melted. Remove from heat.
  • Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil in another large skillet over medium-high heat. Stir in the onion, ground chicken, and remaining 1 cup of broccoli. Cook and stir until chicken is evenly browned and no longer pink, about 10 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Reduce heat, and cook until liquid is reduced, about 5 minutes.
  • Preheat oven broiler to High. Lightly grease 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • Toss the pasta with the broccoli sauce until evenly blended. Stir in the sour cream, if desired. Stir the broccoli sauce mixture into the chicken mixture. Spoon into the prepared baking dish. Top with remaining 1 cup Cheddar cheese.
  • Cook under preheated broiler until cheese melts and browns around the edges, 3 to 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 780.5 calories, Carbohydrate 65.6 g, Cholesterol 124.7 mg, Fat 38.3 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 42.1 g, SaturatedFat 19.5 g, Sodium 405 mg, Sugar 5 g

PASTA, BROCCOLI AND CHICKEN



Pasta, Broccoli and Chicken image

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

CREAMY BOW-TIE PASTA WITH CHICKEN AND BROCCOLI



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Chicken breasts cooked in a creamy tomato sauce with bow-tie pasta and broccoli florets make a quick and delicious one-dish dinner.

Provided by Philadelphia Cream Cheese

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Cooking with Philly Canada

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

5 cups farfalle (bow tie) pasta, uncooked
4 cups broccoli florets
3 tablespoons KRAFT Signature Roasted Red Pepper with Parmesan Dressing
6 (4 ounce) boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups tomato-basil pasta sauce
½ (250 g) package Philadelphia Light Brick Cream Cheese, cubed
¼ cup KRAFT 100% Grated Parmesan Cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta as directed on package, adding broccoli to the cooking water for the last 3 min. of the pasta cooking time. Meanwhile, heat dressing in large nonstick skillet on medium heat. Add chicken and garlic; cook 5 min. Turn chicken over; continue cooking 4 to 5 min. or until chicken is cooked through (170 degrees F).
  • Drain pasta mixture in colander; return to pan and set aside. Add pasta sauce and cream cheese to chicken in skillet; cook on medium-low heat 2 to 3 min. or until cream cheese is completely melted, mixture is well blended and chicken is coated with sauce, stirring occasionally. Remove chicken from skillet; keep warm. Add sauce mixture to pasta mixture; mix well. Transfer to six serving bowls.
  • Cut chicken crosswise into thick slices; fan out chicken over pasta mixture in each bowl. Sprinkle evenly with Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 392.2 calories, Carbohydrate 37.9 g, Cholesterol 85 mg, Fat 13.1 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 32.8 g, SaturatedFat 6.4 g, Sodium 532.6 mg, Sugar 5.6 g

CREAMY PASTA WITH CHICKEN AND BROCCOLI



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A delicious combination of chicken, broccoli, mushrooms and tomatoes in a creamy white sauce, lightly flavoured with cheese and spices. Tossed with whole wheat pasta, it makes a hearty, satisfying meal. Add some extra milk to baby's portion to help keep texture moist enough to mash and swallow easily.

Provided by Rachel Morris

Categories     Healthy

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 tablespoon butter
1 cup white mushroom, finely diced
1 cup broccoli floret, finely diced
1 cup tomatoes, finely diced
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon basil
1/2 teaspoon sage
1 cup homogenized milk
1/4 cup chicken broth or 1/4 cup water
1/4 cup white enriched flour
1 tablespoon parmesan cheese
1/4 cup grated mild cheddar cheese
4 cups whole wheat pasta, cooked and drained

Steps:

  • Dice raw chicken into bite-size pieces, small enough for baby to manage.
  • Clean cutting board thoroughly, dice mushrooms, broccoli and tomato to same size chunks.
  • In large saucepan, cook chicken with mushrooms and spices over medium heat, until chicken is thoroughly cooked.
  • Add broccoli and tomatoes, cover and reduce heat to low until broccoli is tender.
  • Add chicken broth, allow to simmer while you mix milk, flour, parmesan and grated cheese in small bowl.
  • Add mixture to saucepan, stir continuously until grated cheese has melted and blended well into sauce.
  • Add cooked and drained pasta, toss and serve.
  • For adults, extra salt or pepper may be added. For babies, portions may be mashed or eaten as is, depending on your child's capabilities or preferences.

CREAMY ONE-PAN CHICKEN & BROCCOLI PASTA



Creamy one-pan chicken & broccoli pasta image

Who doesn't love a creamy chicken pasta? If you don't have broccoli, there are so many alternatives - green beans, halved brussels sprouts or leafy greens

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tbsp olive oil, for frying
200g cooked chicken, torn into pieces
2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1 chicken stock cube
160g dried short pasta
100g frozen peas
200g long-stem broccoli, cut into 3-4 pieces
150g crème fraîche
1 lemon, juiced
30g parmesan, grated, plus extra to serve
small bunch fresh mint, leaves picked

Steps:

  • Drizzle a little oil into a large, high-sided frying pan set over a medium heat. When the pan is hot, add the chicken and garlic, and fry for 5 mins, stirring often so it doesn't burn. Pour in 900ml boiling water, then add the stock cube and pasta along with some seasoning. Bring to the boil, then cover and simmer for 8 mins.
  • Stir in the peas and broccoli for the last 4 mins of cooking time, and replace the lid. You might need to increase the heat slightly to get the temperature back up to a simmer. Add a splash more water if the pasta is looking dry. After 4 mins, remove the lid and reduce the heat to low, then stir in the crème fraîche. Taste for seasoning. Remove the pan from the heat and stir through the lemon juice, parmesan and mint leaves. Finish with some extra parmesan, if you like.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 957 calories, Fat 54 grams fat, SaturatedFat 28 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 63 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 8 grams sugar, Fiber 11 grams fiber, Protein 49 grams protein, Sodium 2.5 milligram of sodium

Tips:

  • Use High-Quality Ingredients: The quality of your ingredients directly affects the taste of your dish. Opt for fresh, flavorful chicken, broccoli, and pasta. Choose a creamy sauce made with real cream or a flavorful cheese sauce.
  • Cook the Chicken Properly: Chicken is the star of this dish, so make sure it's cooked perfectly. Season it generously with salt and pepper before cooking, and cook it over medium heat until it's cooked through but still tender and juicy.
  • Blanch the Broccoli: Blanching the broccoli briefly in boiling water helps preserve its vibrant green color and crisp texture. Make sure to shock it in ice water immediately after blanching to stop the cooking process.
  • Make a Flavorful Sauce: The sauce is what brings all the flavors of this dish together. Use a combination of cream, cheese, garlic, and herbs to create a rich and creamy sauce that coats the pasta and chicken perfectly.
  • Use the Right Pasta: Choose a short pasta shape like penne or rotini that will hold the sauce well. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until it's al dente, or slightly firm to the bite.
  • Garnish with Fresh Herbs: Fresh herbs like parsley, basil, or chives add a pop of color and flavor to the dish. Sprinkle them over the pasta before serving.

Conclusion:

Creamy pasta with chicken and broccoli is a classic dish that's easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With its creamy sauce, tender chicken, and crisp broccoli, it's a delicious and satisfying meal that's perfect for any occasion. Whether you're cooking for a family dinner, a potluck, or a special event, this dish is sure to be a hit. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal, give this creamy pasta with chicken and broccoli a try. You won't be disappointed!

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