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Creamy Chicken Pasta

A rich and velvety creamy chicken pasta that combines tender pasta, fresh vegetables, and a delicious sauce, guaranteed to be a hit at the dinner table.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Vegetables
  • 8 oz penne or fettuccine pasta
  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded (rotisserie chicken works great)
  • 1 cup broccoli florets (or any veggies you love)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
Sauce Ingredients
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Method
 

Cooking the Pasta
  1. In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside.
Sautéing Chicken and Veggies
  1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the shredded chicken and broccoli, cooking for about 2-3 minutes until the broccoli is tender and the chicken is heated through.
Adding Garlic
  1. Stir in the minced garlic and sauté for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Creating the Sauce
  1. Pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth, followed by the Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir until the cheese has melted and the sauce is well combined, about 3-4 minutes.
Combining Ingredients
  1. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet. Toss to coat the pasta and add a splash of reserved pasta water if it's too thick. Allow everything to simmer for another minute until heated throughout.
Finishing Touch
  1. Give it a taste and adjust the seasoning. Sprinkle in some more salt or pepper if needed.
Serving
  1. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color, and serve immediately!

Notes

For an extra kick, add red pepper flakes or a squeeze of lemon juice. Don’t rush cooking the garlic to avoid bitterness. Cook and shred chicken in advance for convenience. If the sauce thickens too much, gradually add more chicken broth or reserved pasta water.