Now, if y’all ever find yourself wonderin’ what to cook for supper and got some chicken, broccoli, and penne pasta hangin’ around in your kitchen, well, I got the perfect idea for ya. This here is a dish that’ll fill you up good and proper, and it don’t take much to make either. We’re talkin’ chicken and broccoli with some penne pasta. Simple, tasty, and hearty enough for a family meal.
First thing’s first, you gotta get your hands on the right stuff. You’ll need:
- 1 pound of boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into chunks
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (split into two parts)
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 onion, chopped up nice and fine
- 1 bunch of broccoli, cut into little florets
- 12 ounces of penne pasta
- Some garlic, fresh or powdered, whichever you like best
- 1 cup of chicken broth or stock
- 1/2 cup of heavy cream (if you like it creamy, you know)
- A little bit of Parmesan cheese to sprinkle on top
Now, get yourself a big ol’ pot of water to boil for the pasta. Don’t forget to throw in a pinch of salt. While that’s heating up, take your chicken and season it real good with some salt and pepper. Heat up a skillet over medium heat and put 1 tablespoon of olive oil and that butter in there. Once it’s nice and hot, add your chicken chunks and let them cook ’til they’re all golden brown on the outside. Make sure you stir it a bit so it don’t stick.
While the chicken’s cookin’, throw your pasta into that pot of boiling water. You wanna cook it just like the box says, usually about 10 minutes, ’til it’s al dente. Don’t overdo it! We ain’t lookin’ for mushy noodles, no sir!
Once the chicken’s done, take it out and set it aside for a minute. In the same skillet, drop in the rest of your olive oil and toss in that chopped onion. Let it cook for a few minutes ’til it gets soft and smells all sweet. After that, add the broccoli florets and cook ’em ‘til they turn that bright green color, maybe 3 or 4 minutes. You don’t want ’em too mushy—just tender enough to bite into.
Now, here comes the fun part: Pour in your chicken broth or stock, and let it simmer a bit. Then, add your heavy cream and stir it all together. If you like your sauce thicker, you can let it cook a little longer. Once it’s thickened up to your liking, toss the chicken back in and mix it all up. Then, when your pasta’s done, drain it and add it to the skillet with everything in it. Stir it all around so the pasta soaks up that nice sauce.
At the end, sprinkle some Parmesan on top and give it one last mix. It’s all ready to serve up! You got yourself a hearty plate of penne pasta with chicken and broccoli. Ain’t no fuss, but plenty of flavor!
Now, you might be wonderin’, what’s so special about this dish? Well, it’s got all the good stuff—protein from that chicken, healthy greens from the broccoli, and carbs from the pasta to keep ya full. Plus, it’s a good way to sneak some veggies into the kids’ bellies without them complainin’. And if you want, you can always add a little garlic or some red pepper flakes if you like a bit of spice in your life.
One thing’s for sure, this here meal won’t break the bank, and it sure won’t take you all day to make. You can have it ready in no time, and it’ll feed the whole family. Whether you’re makin’ it for a quick weeknight dinner or for a Sunday meal, this penne pasta with chicken and broccoli is a good one to have in your back pocket. So go on, give it a try, and enjoy that good ol’ comfort food taste.
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