Best 5 One Pot Chicken Broccoli Pasta Recipes

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One-pot chicken and broccoli pasta is a quick and easy weeknight meal that's perfect for busy families. This versatile dish can be made with a variety of ingredients, making it a great way to use up leftovers. The recipe is also easily customizable, so you can adjust the flavors to your liking. Whether you're looking for a creamy, cheesy pasta or a light and flavorful dish, one-pot chicken and broccoli pasta is sure to please everyone at the table.

This article features three different recipes for one-pot chicken and broccoli pasta, each with its own unique flavor profile. The first recipe is a classic creamy version made with a rich and flavorful sauce. The second recipe is a light and tangy version made with a lemon-herb sauce. The third recipe is a spicy version made with a creamy chipotle sauce.

No matter which recipe you choose, you're sure to enjoy this delicious and easy-to-make dish. So gather your ingredients and let's get started!

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

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

ONE-POT CHICKEN & BROCCOLI PASTA



One-Pot Chicken & Broccoli Pasta image

This creamy chicken and broccoli pasta makes for a quick and easy weeknight dinner. We opt for small shells in this recipe, but any other small pasta, like orecchiette, would work, too.

Provided by Julia Levy

Categories     Healthy Pasta Main Dish Recipes

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups unsalted chicken broth
2 cups water
8 ounces whole-grain small shell pasta
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 ½ tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon unsalted tomato paste
3 cloves garlic, minced
½ teaspoon ground pepper
¼ teaspoon salt
12 ounces broccoli florets, cut into bite-size pieces
2 cups shredded cooked chicken breast
¾ cup whole-milk plain Greek yogurt
¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill

Steps:

  • Combine broth, water, pasta, oil, Worcestershire, tomato paste, garlic, pepper and salt in a large pot or high-sided skillet. Bring to a boil over high heat, stirring occasionally. Add broccoli; cook, stirring often to prevent the pasta from sticking, until the pasta is al dente, the broccoli is tender and the sauce is creamy, 7 to 8 minutes.
  • Remove from heat, and stir in chicken, yogurt, Parmesan and dill.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 530 calories, Carbohydrate 52 g, Cholesterol 77 mg, Fat 18 g, Fiber 8 g, Protein 44 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Sodium 625 mg, Sugar 7 g

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

ONE-POT CREAMY BROCCOLI-CHICKEN PASTA



One-Pot Creamy Broccoli-Chicken Pasta image

Get dinner done fast with One-Pot Creamy Broccoli-Chicken Pasta. Creamy Broccoli-Chicken Pasta is made of pantry staples, so it's a one-pot wonder!

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings, 1-1/3 cups each

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 Tbsp. olive oil
1/2 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
2-1/2 cups whole grain penne pasta, uncooked
3-1/2 cups small broccoli florets
1 cup slivered onions
1 can (14.5 oz.) fat-free reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 cup water
1/2 cup PHILADELPHIA Garlic & Herb Cream Cheese Spread
1/2 cup KRAFT Shredded Parmesan Cheese
1/4 cup thinly sliced fresh basil

Steps:

  • Heat oil in Dutch oven or large deep skillet sprayed with cooking spray on medium heat. Add chicken; cook 5 to 6 min. or until evenly browned, stirring frequently. Add pasta, broccoli, onions, chicken broth and water; stir.
  • Bring to boil; simmer on medium-low heat 10 to 12 min. or until chicken is done, pasta is tender and liquid is reduced to about 1/2 cup, stirring frequently. Remove from heat.
  • Add cream cheese spread and shredded cheese; stir until melted. Sprinkle with basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 300, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Sodium 380 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 18 g

ONE-POT CHEESY BACON RANCH PASTA WITH CHICKEN AND BROCCOLI



One-Pot Cheesy Bacon Ranch Pasta with Chicken and Broccoli image

My family would eat this every week. It's a great go-to easy one-pot meal that is complete and satisfying. And cleanup is a breeze!

Provided by NicoleMcmom

Categories     100+ Pasta and Noodle Recipes     Pasta by Shape Recipes     Macaroni Recipes

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 slices bacon
¾ pound chicken breasts, diced
½ teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 medium shallot, finely chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
2 cups water
1 cup whole milk
4 cups elbow macaroni
1 tablespoon ranch dressing mix
3 cups broccoli florets
1 (8 ounce) package shredded Cheddar cheese
¼ cup sour cream

Steps:

  • Heat bacon in a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Cook, flipping occasionally until browned and crisp, about 10 minutes. Drain on paper towels.
  • Sprinkle chicken evenly with salt and pepper; cook in hot bacon drippings over medium-high heat, stirring often, until chicken is golden brown on all sides, about 4 minutes. Transfer chicken to a plate and set aside. Chicken will not be fully cooked at this point.
  • Add shallot and garlic to drippings and cook, stirring often, until fragrant, 2 minutes. Stir in water and milk; use a wooden spoon to scrape any browned bits from bottom of the Dutch oven. Stir in pasta and ranch dressing mix. Bring to a boil and simmer for 6 minutes.
  • Return chicken to the Dutch oven and add broccoli. Cook until pasta is tender and chicken is cooked through, 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in Cheddar cheese and sour cream to combine. Crumble cooked bacon over the top and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 570.4 calories, Carbohydrate 60.4 g, Cholesterol 83.2 mg, Fat 20.6 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 34.8 g, SaturatedFat 11.2 g, Sodium 680.2 mg, Sugar 5 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients: Fresh broccoli, chicken, and pasta will give you the best flavor and texture.
  • Cook the chicken thoroughly: Make sure the chicken is cooked through before adding it to the pasta. You can check this by inserting a meat thermometer into the thickest part of the chicken; it should read 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Don't overcook the pasta: Cook the pasta according to the package directions. Overcooked pasta will be mushy and unpleasant.
  • Add the cheese at the end: Adding the cheese at the end will prevent it from becoming rubbery.
  • Season to taste: Taste the dish before serving and add more salt, pepper, or garlic powder as needed.

Conclusion:

One-pot chicken broccoli pasta is a quick, easy, and delicious meal that is perfect for a busy weeknight. It is also a great way to use up leftover chicken. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can have a satisfying and healthy meal on the table in no time.

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