One-Pan Creamy Broccoli and Chicken Pasta Bake

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A simple one-pan baked pasta loaded with tender chicken, broccoli florets, and a luscious cheesy sauce that kids love to help prepare. This Italian-inspired pasta recipe, ready in about 45 minutes, pairs penne pasta, chicken breast, diced, broccoli florets for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 550 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 30 min Serves 4 Italian cuisine 550 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat the oven to 375°F. In a large oven-safe skillet, heat 2 tbsp olive oil over medium heat. Add 1 lb diced chicken breast and 3 minced garlic cloves, cooking for 5-7 minutes until chicken is no longer pink and garlic is fragrant.
  2. Step 2: Add 8 oz penne pasta, 2 cups broccoli florets, 2 cups water, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper to the skillet. Stir to combine and bring to a gentle simmer.
  3. Step 3: Pour 1 cup heavy cream over the mixture and stir gently. Top with 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella and 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the top.
  4. Step 4: Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes until the pasta is tender and the cheese is melted and golden on top. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.

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