One-Pot Creamy Chicken and Broccoli Pasta

This one-pot wonder is a lifesaver for busy weeknights. It's a simple and satisfying meal that combines tender chicken, nutritious broccoli, and pasta in a creamy sauce.

The beauty of this recipe is its ease of preparation. You can have a delicious meal on the table in under 30 minutes, with minimal cleanup and fuss.

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Heat half of the oil in a large pot. Add in the chicken, season with half of the seasoned salt and pepper, and cook.

2. Once the chicken is nicely browned and cooked through, remove it from the pan. Set aside.

3. Add in remaining oil, onion, and broccoli. Cover for 2 minutes. Season with remaining seasoned salt and pepper. Cook and stir until the onions begin to become translucent.

4. Pour in milk and bring to a boil. Stir periodically so the bottom does not burn.

5. Once milk is bubbling, add pasta and stir frequently until pasta reaches your desired doneness (approximately 10 minutes at medium heat).

6. Add in Parmesan and mozzarella. Stir until cheese is melted.

7. Stir in chicken until well incorporated.

8. Enjoy!

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One-Pot Creamy Chicken and Broccoli Pasta

Make a delicious one-pot creamy chicken and broccoli pasta in just 30 minutes. This easy recipe combines tender chicken, nutritious broccoli, and pasta in a creamy sauce.

15 minPrep time30 minCook time45 minTotal4Servings

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Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon oil
• 1 ½ lb chicken breast (cubed)
• 1 teaspoon seasoned salt (divided)
• pepper (to taste)
• 1 small onion (sliced)
• 1 medium head broccoli
• 6 cups milk
• 1 lb bowtie pasta
• 1 cup shredded parmesan cheese
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions

1. 1Heat half of the oil in a large pot. Add in the chicken, season with half of the seasoned salt and pepper, and cook.
2. 2Once the chicken is nicely browned and cooked through, remove it from the pan. Set aside.
3. 3Add in remaining oil, onion, and broccoli. Cover for 2 minutes. Season with remaining seasoned salt and pepper. Cook and stir until the onions begin to become translucent.
4. 4Pour in milk and bring to a boil. Stir periodically so the bottom does not burn.
5. 5Once milk is bubbling, add pasta and stir frequently until pasta reaches your desired doneness (approximately 10 minutes at medium heat).
6. 6Add in Parmesan and mozzarella. Stir until cheese is melted.
7. 7Stir in chicken until well incorporated.
8. 8Enjoy!

Food safety: Check the thickest part with a food thermometer. Poultry must reach 165°F (74°C); color alone is not reliable.

Cook's note: You can adjust the amount of seasoned salt and pepper to taste. If you prefer a lighter sauce, you can use less milk or add more cheese.

Servings: 4

Cuisine: American

Course: Pasta

RecipesCooker15 minutes30 minutes45 minutes

Written by Maya Whitfield
Maya writes about easy American cookies and bars, plus eggs and breakfast casseroles for busy mornings. She focuses on pantry-friendly ingredients, reliable bake times, and make-ahead steps that fit real weekday schedules. Her recipes keep instructions short and checkpoints clear so nothing gets overbaked or underdone.