Chicken and Broccoli Pasta
This chicken and broccoli pasta dish is a simple and delicious weeknight meal that can be prepared in under 30 minutes. The tender chicken, crisp broccoli and al dente pasta are cooked together in a flavorful creamy cheese sauce for a satisfying and easy One Pot Meal.
Servings: 8 servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb uncooked pasta I used mini penne for the photos
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 3 cups heavy whipping cream
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- salt and pepper to taste
- 2 1/2 cups chopped broccoli
- 4 cups chopped rotisserie chicken
- 1 can cheddar soup
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Instructions
- In a large pan, add the uncooked pasta, chicken broth, heavy whipping cream, garlic, salt and pepper.
- Place a lid on the pan and turn the heat on to medium high.
- Once the liquid begins to boil, remove the lid and allow the mixture to simmer for 5-6 minutes.
- Add the chopped broccoli to the pan and simmer until the pasta is al dente. Turn the heat down to low.
- Stir in the chopped rotisserie chicken and can of cheddar soup. Stir until mixed evenly.
- Add the shredded cheese to the pan and stir until melted.
- Serve immediately!
Nutrition
Calories: 793kcal | Carbohydrates: 52g | Protein: 40g | Fat: 47g | Saturated Fat: 27g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 192mg | Sodium: 909mg | Potassium: 699mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 1942IU | Vitamin C: 26mg | Calcium: 312mg | Iron: 2mg