Creamy Broccoli

This creamy broccoli with chicken is one of those dinners that feels instantly comforting. Tender chicken and broccoli simmer in a rich garlic cream sauce, all made in one pan. Simple enough for a weeknight, but cozy enough to feel special.

If you enjoy cozy dinners like this, take a look at my One-Pan Dinner Recipes. They’re all simple, comforting meals made with minimal cleanup.

This Creamy Broccoli with Chicken is one of those recipes that feels comforting and familiar, yet still special. The sauce is smooth and savory, the broccoli stays tender, and everything comes together quickly on the stovetop.

Easy Creamy Broccoli with Chicken

This easy creamy broccoli recipe is rich, comforting, and incredibly simple to make. Tender chicken, fresh broccoli, and a silky garlic cream sauce come together in one pan for a dinner that’s perfect any night of the week.

Why You’ll Love This Creamy Broccoli

This dish is made in one pan and ready in about 30 minutes. The broccoli turns tender without becoming mushy, and the creamy sauce coats everything perfectly. It’s great served over rice or enjoyed with crusty bread to soak up the sauce.

About the Cream Sauce

This sauce comes together without flour or a traditional béchamel. Heavy cream thickens naturally as it simmers, creating a smooth, rich texture. If you prefer a lighter option, you can use light cream and thicken it slightly with a cornstarch slurry.

What to Serve with Creamy Broccoli

This creamy broccoli is delicious served over plain rice, noodles, or with crusty bread. It also works well as a hearty side dish alongside roasted meats or grilled chicken.

How to Make Creamy Broccoli

This recipe is very forgiving and easy to follow, even if you don’t cook often. The chicken gently simmers in the sauce while the broccoli becomes tender, creating a cozy and satisfying dinner in under 30 minutes.

This one-pan creamy broccoli is perfect for busy evenings when you want something comforting without spending hours in the kitchen. It’s rich, filling, and easy to make with simple ingredients.

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INSTRUCTIONS

Pat the chicken breast dry, then cut it into small, even pieces so it cooks quickly and evenly.

Finely chop the onion and garlic, keeping everything ready before you start cooking.

Add the onion to a skillet and cook gently until soft. Add the chicken pieces, season with salt and pepper, and cook until lightly golden.

Rinse the broccoli and cut it into bite-sized florets so it’s easy to eat and cooks evenly.

Add the bay leaves and broccoli to the skillet. Season with a little more salt and pepper, then add the oregano and garlic. Stir everything together so the broccoli is coated in all the flavor.

Pour in the heavy cream and stir gently until the sauce is smooth and starts to coat the chicken and broccoli.

Let everything simmer over medium heat for about 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the broccoli is tender (but not mushy) and the sauce has thickened slightly.

Remove the bay leaves. Sprinkle in the cheese, stir until melted and creamy, then turn off the heat.

Serve right away while the sauce is hot and silky. It’s perfect over rice or with crusty bread for soaking up every bit of that garlic cream sauce.

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