Ingredients
INGREDIENTS:
8-10 ounces pasta, any shape
2 cups broccoli florets
2 medium chicken breasts, pounded flat or cut in half
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon EACH garlic powder, paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
1/2 onion, minced 5-6 cloves garlic, minced
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1 cup chicken stock or water
1 cup whole milk
2 oz cream cheese 1/2 cup freshly-grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
1. Cook pasta al dente in salted water; add broccoli last minute. Drain and set aside.
2. Heat a large pan, add olive oil, season chicken, and cook for 5-6 minutes per side. Remove, cool, and slice.
3. In the same pan, add olive oil and onion; cook for 3-5 minutes. Add garlic, sauté for 30 seconds.
4. Whisk in flour, then gradually add chicken stock and milk, whisking until smooth.
5. Simmer, then add cream cheese and Parmesan until lump-free. Season with salt and pepper.
6. Combine pasta and broccoli with sauce, top with chicken, and serve. Enjoy!
PREP TIME & NUTRITION:
Prep Time: 5 minutes, Cook Time: 20 minutes, Total Time: 25 minutes, Servings: 4, Calories: 496, Net Carbs: 57g, Fats: 19g, Protein: 28g