Creamy Chicken Penne: Indulgent Dish with Broccoli and Mozzarella
A rich and creamy pasta dish featuring chicken, broccoli, and melted mozzarella cheese, perfect for a comforting meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: None
Ingredients
- 8 ounces penne pasta
- 1 pound boneless chicken breast, diced
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced chicken and cook until browned and cooked through.
- Add minced garlic and broccoli florets to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes until broccoli is bright green.
- Pour in heavy cream and stir. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Add the cooked penne pasta to the skillet and toss to combine.
- Stir in mozzarella cheese until melted and creamy. Season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes as desired.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- For a lighter version, you can substitute heavy cream with half-and-half.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for extra flavor.