Light Creamy Chicken and Broccoli Pasta Recipe

Name: Light Creamy Chicken and Broccoli Pasta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 ounces fettuccine pasta or 8 ounces any other pastas; 1 tablespoon butter; 1 lb ground chicken; 1 medium white onion, thinly sliced; 2 cups broccoli, chopped; 1 cup light sour cream; 4 green onions, thinly sliced; ½ teaspoon poultry seasoning; ¼ teaspoon nutmeg; ½ cup parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil, add pasta, boil, stirring often, for about 4 minutes.
2
Add Broccoli to boiling pasta, and cook another 4 minutes, or until pasta is soft, and broccoli is tender-crisp.
3
Meanwhile, melt the butter in a large frying pan, over medium heat.
4
Add onion, saute 4 minutes.
5
Crumble chicken into pan.
6
Cook, stirring often, until no longer pink, 4-5 minutes.
7
Add the sour cream, green onions and seasonings and stir until hot.
8
Drain pasta, toss with sauce and sprinkle with parmesan cheese.

681

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 ounces fettuccine pasta or 8 ounces any other pastas, 1 tablespoon butter, 1 lb ground chicken, 1 medium white onion, thinly sliced, and more.

Yes, Light Creamy Chicken and Broccoli Pasta falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Light Creamy Chicken and Broccoli Pasta

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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