Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
  • salt and pepper (to taste)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 1/2 cups low sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup half and half
  • 8 ounces fettuccine pasta
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 3/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • fresh parsley (for garnish)

Instruction

  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. The skillet should be large enough to fit the pasta.
  • Add chicken and cook until brown on both sides. Add garlic and cook for one additional minute. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Add chicken broth and half and half. Bring to a simmer then add pasta. Stir occasionally, for 6 to 7 minutes until the pasta starts to soften.  Add the broccoli, cover and cook until pasta is al dente (about an additional 7 minutes).
  • Add the cheese and stir until melted. Serve immediately or let sit to thicken sauce.
  • Garnish with parsley and additional Parmesan cheese, as desired.