Chicken Broccoli Angel Hair Pasta
Indulge in the creamy, satisfying flavors of Chicken Broccoli Angel Hair Pasta—a dish that strikes the perfect balance between comfort and sophistication. Tender slices of seasoned chicken, vibrant broccoli florets, and delicate angel hair pasta are enveloped in a luxurious garlic-infused Parmesan cream sauce with a hint of zesty lemon. This quick and easy recipe is ready in just 35 minutes, making it ideal for weeknight dinners or casual entertaining. Garnished with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan, this vibrant meal will become your new go-to for flavorful, wholesome dining. Keywords: creamy chicken pasta, broccoli pasta recipe, quick weeknight dinners, angel hair pasta recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 8 ounces Angel hair pasta
- 2 cups Broccoli florets
- 3 tablespoons Butter
- 4 cloves Garlic cloves
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 0.5 cup Grated parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (optional)
- 0.5 cup Cooking water from pasta
Instructions
Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
In a large skillet over medium heat, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 5-6 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest before slicing into thin strips.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the angel hair pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta cooking water before draining. Set the pasta aside.
While the pasta is cooking, blanch the broccoli florets by adding them to the boiling pasta water for the last 2 minutes of the pasta's cooking time. Remove the broccoli with a slotted spoon and set aside.
In the same skillet used to cook the chicken, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 3 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour the heavy cream into the skillet and whisk to combine. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Stir in the grated parmesan cheese and the reserved pasta cooking water, 2 tablespoons at a time, until the sauce reaches your desired consistency.
Add the cooked pasta, broccoli, and sliced chicken back to the skillet. Toss gently to coat everything in the sauce.
Stir in the lemon juice and sprinkle with fresh parsley if desired. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper to taste.
Serve immediately, garnished with extra parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2991 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 171.2 g | 219% | |
| Saturated Fat | 83.0 g | 415% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 674 mg | 225% | |
| Sodium | 3657 mg | 159% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 187.7 g | 68% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.6 g | 63% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.9 g | ||
| Protein | 160.7 g | 321% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 648 mg | 50% | |
| Iron | 13.8 mg | 77% | |
| Potassium | 1014 mg | 22% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
