Creamy Chicken and Broccoli Pasta

Ingredients:

• 12 oz pasta (penne, fettuccine, or your choice)

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 2 chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces

• Salt and pepper, to taste

• 3 cups broccoli florets

• 4 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 cup heavy cream

• 1/2 cup chicken broth

• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese

• 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

• 2 tbsp butter

• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper and cook until golden and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and set aside.

3. Add broccoli to the same skillet with a splash of water. Cover and steam 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp.

4. Reduce heat to medium, add butter and garlic, sauté 1 minute. Stir in heavy cream and chicken broth, simmer 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.

5. Add Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted. Return chicken to the skillet and toss to coat. Add pasta and mix everything together. Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.

6. Garnish with parsley and serve hot.