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Garlic Parmesan Chicken with Roasted Broccoli Penne

Garlic Parmesan Chicken with Roasted Broccoli Penne

This dish features garlic parmesan chicken served with roasted broccoli and penne pasta.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
For the Pasta
  • 12 oz penne pasta
For the Broccoli
  • 4 cups broccoli florets
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
For Seasoning
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced, divided
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons butter
Optional
  • Red pepper flakes optional

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Pot

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chicken and cook until browned on both sides, about 6-7 minutes per side. Remove from skillet and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute. Stir in butter, heavy cream, chicken broth, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Bring to a simmer.
  4. Add Parmesan cheese and stir until melted. Return chicken to the skillet and coat with the sauce.
  5. Cook penne pasta according to package instructions. In the last 4 minutes of cooking, add broccoli florets. Drain and combine with chicken and sauce.
  6. Serve warm, garnished with parsley and additional Parmesan cheese. Add red pepper flakes if desired.

Notes

Feel free to customize the dish with your favorite vegetables.