Creamy Chicken Broccoli Pasta (Gluten Free)
In my pre-Celiac days, I spent years working at an Italian chain called Bertucci’s. It’s been decades since, but I still find myself craving their rigatoni with broccoli and chicken. I decided to create my own version, and as soon as I took that first bite, I was instantly transported back. It was so fun—and surprisingly easy—to whip up. And of course, this version is fully gluten free!
5 minutes
20 minutes
Difficulty:
Intermediate
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| This is our estimate based on online research. | |
| Calories: | 759 |
| Fat: | 37 g |
| Carbohydrates: | 64 g |
| Protein: | 34 g |
| Cholesterol: | 136 g |
| Sodium: | 1073 mg |
| Fiber: | 2 g |
| Sugars: | 2 g |
| Sugar Alcohol: | 0 g |
| Calculated per serving. | |
Serves: 4
Ingredients
- 12 oz12 oz12 oz Paccheri Pasta (gluten free)
- 16 oz16 oz16 oz Garlic Alfredo - Yo Mama's Foods, 1 jar
- 1 Tbsp1 Tbsp1 Tbsp Olive Oil
- 1 lb1 lb1 lb Chicken Breast, cubed
- 2 cups2 cups2 cups Broccoli, chopped
- 1/2 tsp1/2 tsp1/2 tsp Salt
- 1/2 tsp1/2 tsp1/2 tsp Black Pepper
- 1/2 tsp1/2 tsp1/2 tsp Garlic Powder
- 1/2 cup1/2 cup1/2 cup Low Sodium (Bare Bones) Chicken Bone Broth
- 1 Tbsp1 Tbsp1 Tbsp Lemon Juice, one squeeze!
- 1/4 tsp1/4 tsp1/4 tsp Red Pepper Flakes, optional, to taste
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Process
Note, these instructions are written assuming the standard serving size, since you have modified the number of servings, these steps may need to be modified for best results
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, add your pasta, and cook according to package instructions. In the last 4-5 minutes of cooking, add the broccoli so it softens with the pasta. Once done, drain and set aside.
- Meanwhile, in a large skillet over medium heat, warm the oil. Add the cubed chicken breast, seasoning with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is fully cooked with an internal temperature of 165°F. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the garlic alfredo sauce, chicken broth, and a squeeze of lemon. Stir and bring everything to a gentle simmer over medium-low heat, letting it cook for about 5 minutes while stirring occasionally.
- Return the chicken, pasta, and broccoli to the skillet, giving everything a gentle toss to coat in the sauce. For a bit of heat, sprinkle with crushed red pepper if desired.
- Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Serve warm and enjoy!
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Nothing like a good pasta dish. This looks delicious.
It was simply delicious and full of flavor!
Those are luscious tubes of tastiness right there!! 🙌🏻
oh so luscious!