Easy Creamy Broccoli and Chicken Recipe
Tender chicken and broccoli simmered in a rich garlic cream sauce, all made in one pan. A cozy, easy dinner ready in about 30 minutes.
Ingredients
- 1 lb. (450g.) broccoli
- 1 lb. (450g.) chicken Breast
- 1 onion
- 4 garlic cloves
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 1/3 tsp Black pepper, to taste
- 1/2 tsp. dried oregano
- 1 1/2 cup. heavy Cream
- 7 oz / 200 g. shredded cheese
- 2 bay leaves
Instructions
- Pat the chicken breast dry, then cut it into small, even bite-size pieces.
- Finely chop the onion and mince the garlic. Rinse the broccoli and cut it into bite-size florets.
- Add the onion to a large skillet over medium heat and cook until softened.
- Add the chicken, season with salt and black pepper, and cook until the pieces are lightly golden on the outside.
- Add the broccoli and bay leaves. Season with a little more salt and black pepper, then stir in the garlic and oregano.
- Pour in the heavy cream and stir gently until everything is evenly combined.
- Reduce the heat slightly and simmer gently for about 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the broccoli is tender but still slightly firm and the sauce has thickened.
- Remove the bay leaves. Reduce the heat to low, add the shredded cheese, and stir until completely melted and the sauce is smooth and creamy.
- Turn off the heat and serve immediately while the sauce is hot and creamy.
Nutrition
Calories: 430kcal
Notes
- Cut the chicken into similar-size pieces so it cooks evenly.
- Do not overcook the broccoli. It should be tender but still slightly firm.
- Keep the heavy cream at a gentle simmer rather than a hard boil.
- Add the cheese over low heat for the smoothest sauce.
- If the sauce becomes too thick, add a small splash of milk, cream, or broth.
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