Creamy Chicken Broccoli Skillet
If you’re in search of a heartwarming meal that can be prepared in just 30 minutes, look no further than this Creamy Chicken Broccoli Skillet. This delightful dish features succulent chicken sausage paired with fresh broccoli, all enveloped in a rich and creamy sauce. Ideal for busy weeknights or family gatherings, it’s a one-pan wonder that promises to satisfy everyone at the table. With its comforting flavors and quick prep time, you’ll find yourself reaching for this recipe again and again. Get ready to indulge in a cozy dining experience that warms both the belly and the heart!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces penne pasta
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 13.9 ounces chicken sausage (or turkey sausage), sliced
- 1½ cups whole milk
- 1½ cups shredded mild cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 small yellow onion, diced
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions. In the last two minutes, add the broccoli florets. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the sliced chicken sausage and cook until lightly browned, about five minutes.
- Stir in diced onion and minced garlic; sauté for two to three minutes until fragrant.
- Whisk together cornstarch with whole milk in a small bowl; pour into the skillet and bring to a gentle simmer while stirring continuously until thickened.
- Reduce heat and stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
- Add cooked pasta and broccoli back into the skillet, tossing gently to coat with sauce. Season with salt and pepper before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 870mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 55mg