Creamy Broccoli Chicken Skillet
Get ready to delight your taste buds with the Creamy Broccoli Chicken Skillet! This easy-to-make dish combines tender chicken, fresh broccoli, and a rich creamy sauce, all coming together in just 30 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family gatherings, this one-pan wonder is not only satisfying but also an excellent way to sneak in some nutritious veggies. With its comforting flavors and creamy texture, this skillet dish will quickly become a favorite at your table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 8 ounces penne pasta
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1 pound chicken sausage, sliced
- 1 ½ cups whole milk
- 1 ½ cups shredded mild cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions. In the last two minutes of cooking, add the broccoli florets. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter and sauté the sliced chicken sausage until lightly browned (about five minutes).
- Add diced onion and garlic; cook for another 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
- Whisk together cornstarch with whole milk in a bowl and pour into the skillet. Simmer while stirring until thickened (3-5 minutes).
- Lower the heat and add shredded cheddar cheese until melted into a smooth sauce.
- Stir in cooked pasta and broccoli until coated with the creamy sauce. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg