One Pot Chicken & Broccoli Alfredo
on Feb 17, 2019, Updated May 12, 2024
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I’ve been working on this recipe a few weeks and can hardly wait to share it with you all. I have a feeling it’s going to be a huge hit! Lot’s of protein, veggies, chesse, and flavor! You all know I’m a meal prep kind of gal so anything I can make in one pot is a life saver. No one loves to do ALL the dishes so using just one big pot makes life a little easier.
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I always use my 6 quart cast iron pot for this recipe. In fact, I use it for a lot of my one pot meals, including the famous Skinny One Pot Chili Mac & Cheese. I’ve been dying to order another one because they’re so dang cute and practical! I’ve had my eye on a white one and may have to just take the plunge and order it soon!
This recipe is great reheated the next day, which is always a concern for me. In fact, I feel like the flavors really soak in and it tastes even better reheated. Or maybe I’m just crazy, who knows? Also, don’t forget you can find all our most recent recipes in Myfitnesspal by searching Stay Fit Mom, followed by the recipe name. This one is in there and ready for you so get after it! Here’s a step by step look at how to make this simple recipe below.
I found these mini penne noodles at Smith’s, but any pasta will work. 10 ounces of pasta is 10 ounces of pasta so use what you like! Scroll down for printable recipe! I hope you all love this chicken and broccoli recipe as much as I do!
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One Pot Chicken & Broccoli Alfredo
Ingredients
- 2.5 pounds Boneless, Skinless, Chicken Breast, Cubed
- 20 Ounces Broccoli Florets, Raw
- 1 Medium Onion, Chopped (200g)
- 0.5 Tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 1 Tablespoon Minced Garlic
- 10 Ounces Mini Penne
- 2 Cups Water
- 1 Chicken Bouillon Cube
- 4 Tablespoons Butter
- 1 Cup 2% Milk
- 6 Original Creamy Swiss Laughing Cow Cheese Wedges
- 3/4 Cup Shredded Parmesan Cheese, 84g
- Pinch of Nutmeg
- Salt & Pepper
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat cook the olive oil, onion, garlic, and cubed chicken.
- Once chicken is cooked through and no longer pink in the middle, add the pasta, water, and Buillon cube. Stir well.
- Immediately place the broccoli over the top and place your lid on. The broccoli will not be submerged in water. Cook on medium heat, 10-12 minutes or until pasta and broccoli are soft.
- Remove from heat and stir in the butter, milk, cheese, a small pinch of nutmeg, and some salt and pepper!
- Enjoy!
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My kids LOVE this one! Its a new favorite. I don’t typically have laughing cow cheese and sub out for some 1/3 fat cream cheese and it works great!
I just made this for dinner tonight and loved it!! It was so so good! I used rotisserie chicken bites from Sam’s Club and protein penne and it really turned out great. It also makes a ton so I divvied the leftovers up into my meal prep bowls and have lunches for the next couple days!
This dish is so good and so easy to make. It’s much better than other recipes I tried. I’ll definitely be making this one again. Thanks SFM!
My picky 2 year old kept asking for more! This recipe was easy to follow and used a lot of pantry staples. I will be making this again.
Hi Danyelle! I’m so happy to hear you both loved it! Thanks for coming back to share. Enjoy!
Can you freeze portion for later?