Dairy-Free Pasta with Broccoli and Chicken
Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with this vibrant, Dairy-Free Pasta with Broccoli and Chicken recipe! Perfectly al dente dairy-free pasta is tossed with tender, golden-brown chicken bites, crisp broccoli florets, and a garlic-infused olive oil sauce that’s light yet packed with flavor. A splash of chicken broth and fresh lemon juice adds a zesty touch, while red pepper flakes bring a subtle heat to the dish. This quick and easy meal comes together in just 40 minutes, making it ideal for busy schedules. Garnished with fresh parsley, it’s a wholesome, comforting, and health-conscious option that satisfies without relying on dairy. Perfect for families or those following dairy-free diets, this one-pan wonder is a deliciously simple way to enjoy better-for-you comfort food!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces dairy-free pasta
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the dairy-free pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
While the pasta is cooking, cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces.
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and season with salt and black pepper. Cook the chicken for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it's cooked through and golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Reduce the heat to medium and add the minced garlic. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the broccoli florets to the skillet along with the chicken broth. Cover and cook for about 5 minutes until the broccoli is tender-crisp.
Return the cooked chicken to the skillet. Add the lemon juice, red pepper flakes, and cooked pasta. Toss everything together until well combined and heated through.
Adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Serve hot and enjoy your dairy-free pasta with broccoli and chicken!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1747 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 62.0 g | 79% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.0 g | 60% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 386 mg | 129% | |
| Sodium | 3354 mg | 146% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 122.4 g | 45% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.8 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.1 g | ||
| Protein | 171.7 g | 343% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 272 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 11.7 mg | 65% | |
| Potassium | 1784 mg | 38% | |
*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.
