Ingredients
– 1/3 lb pasta for the base of the dish
– 1 chicken breast from rotisserie chicken for protein
– 2 cups broccoli florets for color, freshness, and crunch
– 1 cup cream for rich Alfredo-style sauce
– 1/3 onion for savory depth and sweetness
– 3 tbsp butter for softening onion and sauce base
– 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated for salty nutty finish and thickening
– 1/8 tsp salt for bringing flavors together
– Freshly grated pepper for warmth and sharpness
– 3 medium cremini mushrooms for earthy flavor and meaty texture
Instructions
1-First Step: Cook the pasta Start by cooking 1/3 lb pasta according to the package directions. Use a medium or large pot of salted water and cook until the pasta is tender but still has a little bite. Drain it well and set it aside while you finish the sauce.
2-Second Step: Chop and soften the onion Chop 1/3 onion into small pieces. Place a large skillet over medium heat and add 3 tbsp butter. Once the butter melts, add the onion and cook it for about 3 minutes, or until soft and lightly fragrant. This step builds the base flavor for the whole dish.
3-Third Step: Add the mushrooms and broccoli Slice 3 medium cremini mushrooms and add them to the skillet with 2 cups broccoli florets. Cook for about 2 minutes, stirring now and then. The mushrooms will start to release their juices, and the broccoli will brighten in color while staying slightly crisp.
4-Fourth Step: Add the chicken and cream Slice 1 chicken breast from rotisserie chicken into small bite-size pieces. Add the chicken to the skillet, then pour in 1 cup cream. Stir everything together and bring the mixture to a gentle boil. Once it starts bubbling, turn the heat down to medium and cook for another 3 minutes.
5-Fifth Step: Add the cheese and seasonings Lower the heat and add 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated. Stir until the cheese melts into the sauce. Then season with 1/8 tsp salt and freshly grated pepper. Taste the sauce and adjust the pepper if you like a little more bite.
6-Final Step: Mix in the pasta and serve Add the drained pasta to the skillet and stir until every piece is coated in the creamy sauce. Let it sit for a minute so the sauce clings to the pasta. Then serve right away, topped with chopped green onions and extra Parmesan cheese if you like.
Last Step:
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🍝 Swap for your favorite pasta shape like penne or fettuccine.
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🍗 Simmer chicken briefly to retain juiciness.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dishes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 recipe
- Calories: 558 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 395mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 149mg
