🧀 Creamy Chicken Penne Pasta with Broccoli & Peppers 🍝🥦🌶️
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories per Serving: Around 600
Ingredients:
For the pasta dish 🍝
Penne pasta
Chicken breast (cubed)
Olive oil or butter
Garlic (minced)
Onion (diced)
Red bell pepper (chopped)
Broccoli florets
Heavy cream or cream cheese
Chicken broth
Paprika
Salt & pepper
Grated parmesan or mozzarella (optional)
Instructions:
Cook the pasta until al dente and set aside. In a large skillet, sauté garlic and onion in olive oil or butter. Add chicken and cook until browned. Toss in red bell pepper and broccoli, sauté briefly, then pour in chicken broth and cream. Season with paprika, salt, and pepper. Let it simmer until the sauce thickens. Mix in the cooked pasta and stir until fully coated. Add cheese if desired and serve hot!
Notes & Variations:
Swap penne for fusilli or farfalle. Add spinach or mushrooms for more veggies. For a spicy kick, include a pinch of chili flakes!