Creamy Pasta with Chicken and Broccoli

What does it include?

Ingredients

• 300 g noodles (corkscrew, buns or spaghetti)
• 300 g chicken breast, cubed
• 1 medium broccoli, florets
• 1 onion chopped
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 200 ml heavy cream or evaporated milk
• 1 spoon of butter
• 1 cda accepted
• Go out to taste
• Pepper to taste
• 1 tsp paprika
• 50 g grated cheese (optional)

How to prepare it step by step?

Preparation

1. Cook the noodles in salted water until al dente and set aside.
2. Wash the broccoli, cut into florets and blanch in boiling water for 3 minutes; strain and reserve.
3. Heat a large frying pan with oil and butter over medium heat.
4. Add the cubed chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes.
5. Add the chopped onion and sauté until transparent and fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.
6. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds to release its aroma without burning.
7. Add the paprika and mix well to infuse the flavors.
8. Pour in the heavy cream or evaporated milk and mix gently.
9. Cook over low heat for 3–4 minutes until the sauce slightly thickens, stirring occasionally.
10. Add the blanched broccoli and combine with the creamy sauce, cooking for an additional 2 minutes.
11. Add the cooked noodles and mix well to ensure everything is well integrated.
12. If desired, add grated cheese for more flavor and creaminess, stirring until melted.
13. Adjust salt and pepper to taste before serving.
14. Serve hot, garnished with extra cheese or a sprinkle of pepper for added flavor.