Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Chicken, Broccoli and Sweetcorn Pasta—a dish that combines tender chicken breast, vibrant broccoli florets, and sweet corn all enveloped in a creamy garlic sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this recipe takes just 30 minutes to prepare, making it an ideal choice for families looking for nutritious yet delicious meals. With its rich texture and wholesome ingredients, this pasta dish is sure to please both kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces penne pasta
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1 cup sweet corn (fresh or frozen)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Minced garlic
- Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta in boiling salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then cook until browned. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté broccoli until tender, then add sweet corn and garlic; cook until fragrant.
- Stir in heavy cream and Italian seasoning; simmer before adding Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Return chicken and pasta to the skillet; mix well to coat.
- Serve hot with a garnish of fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 290g)
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 690mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 57g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 95mg