Creamy Tuscan Chicken and Broccoli Alfredo Penne
Indulge in Creamy Tuscan Chicken and Broccoli Alfredo Penne, a delightful pasta dish that balances tender chicken, vibrant broccoli, and a rich, creamy sauce. Perfect for any occasion, this recipe combines the comforting flavors of garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, and cheese to create a satisfying meal that your family and friends will love. With its easy preparation and creamy texture, this dish is ideal for weeknight dinners or special gatherings. In just 35 minutes, you can serve up a plateful of deliciousness that warms the heart and pleases the palate.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling, Searing, Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tbsp butter
- Fresh parsley or basil, for garnish
Instructions
- Boil water in a large pot with salt and cook penne pasta according to package instructions. In the last two minutes of cooking, add broccoli florets. Drain both together in a colander.
- Season chicken slices with salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and smoked paprika. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sear the chicken until golden brown and cooked through (about 4-5 minutes per side). Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic and chopped sun-dried tomatoes until fragrant (about 1 minute). Add heavy cream and chicken broth; stir in Parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese, garlic powder, and optional red pepper flakes. Simmer until thickened (about 5 minutes).
- Return cooked pasta, broccoli, and seared chicken to the skillet. Toss gently to coat everything in the sauce. Serve hot garnished with fresh parsley or basil.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 630
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 130mg