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Creamy garlic chicken penne dish garnished with herbs

Creamy Garlic Chicken Penne

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A comforting and quick meal combining tender chicken, perfectly cooked penne pasta, and a rich creamy garlic sauce, ideal for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pieces boneless skinless chicken breasts, sliced into thin strips
  • 2 cups penne pasta
  • 1.5 cups broccoli florets
  • 3 cloves garlic, finely minced
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon fine salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 0.5 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated Freshly grated recommended
  • to taste Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook the penne pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente, following the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add sliced chicken breasts seasoned with salt, black pepper, and paprika. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until golden brown and fully cooked.
  3. Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Incorporate the grated Parmesan cheese, stirring until completely melted.
  5. Add broccoli florets and reserved penne, mixing thoroughly to coat all ingredients in the creamy sauce. Cook until the broccoli is bright green and heated through.
  6. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 35gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gSodium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2g

Notes

Best enjoyed fresh; can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop or in a microwave.
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