Skillet Ziti with Chicken Broccoli
Get ready for a one-pan dinner that's as comforting as it is flavorful with this Skillet Ziti with Chicken Broccoli recipe! This creamy, cheesy pasta dish brings together tender ziti, juicy bites of seasoned chicken, and vibrant broccoli florets, all coated in a luscious Parmesan and mozzarella sauce. Cooked entirely in a large skillet, this recipe minimizes cleanup while maximizing taste. Perfectly balanced with the wholesome addition of broccoli and the optional kick of red pepper flakes, this quick and easy meal is ideal for busy weeknights or a cozy family dinner. With just 15 minutes of prep and a total cook time of 25 minutes, you'll have a hearty, crowd-pleasing dish that’s sure to become a go-to favorite! Serve it up warm with an extra sprinkle of Parmesan for a truly irresistible finish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces ziti pasta
- 1 pound chicken breasts
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
Cook the ziti pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water for 8-10 minutes, or until al dente. During the last 2 minutes of cooking, add the broccoli florets to the pot to cook them along with the pasta. Drain the pasta and broccoli, then set aside.
While the pasta is cooking, dice the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and season them with salt and pepper.
Heat the olive oil in a large, deep skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until the chicken is golden and fully cooked. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the minced garlic. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
Pour the chicken broth and milk into the skillet, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
Stir in the Parmesan cheese, shredded mozzarella, salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes, whisking until the cheeses are melted and the sauce is smooth and creamy.
Add the cooked pasta, broccoli, and chicken back into the skillet. Toss everything together to coat with the sauce.
Cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until everything is heated through and well combined.
Serve the skillet ziti warm, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese or a sprinkle of fresh parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
620 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 25.9 g | 33% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.2 g | 56% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 142 mg | 47% | |
| Sodium | 1426 mg | 62% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 35.6 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.6 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.1 g | ||
| Protein | 61.5 g | 123% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 557 mg | 43% | |
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 543 mg | 12% | |
*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.
