This Creamy Chicken Broccoli Bow-Tie Pasta is an easy, comforting dinner made with tender chicken, broccoli florets, bow-tie pasta, garlic, cream cheese, Alfredo sauce, and Parmesan. Everything comes together in one skillet for a creamy, cheesy meal that is perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, cubed
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- 12 oz bow-tie pasta, cooked and drained
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
- 3–4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can chicken broth
- 1 jar Alfredo sauce
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Optional: ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Optional: extra Parmesan for serving
Instructions
Step 1: Cook the Pasta
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the bow-tie pasta according to the package instructions until tender.
Drain and set aside.
Step 2: Cook the Chicken
Heat olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the cubed chicken and season with salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning if using. Cook until the chicken is golden and fully cooked through.
Step 3: Add the Broccoli and Garlic
Add the broccoli florets and minced garlic to the skillet. Stir and cook for 3–4 minutes, until the garlic is fragrant and the broccoli begins to soften.
Step 4: Make the Creamy Sauce
Pour in the chicken broth and Alfredo sauce. Add the cream cheese and stir until it melts into the sauce.
Let everything simmer gently for 5–7 minutes, until the broccoli is tender and the sauce becomes creamy.
Step 5: Add Pasta and Parmesan
Add the cooked bow-tie pasta to the skillet. Sprinkle in the grated Parmesan cheese and toss everything together until the pasta is well coated in the creamy sauce.
Step 6: Serve
Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.
Serve warm with extra Parmesan on top.
Tips for Best Results
For a quicker version, use rotisserie chicken instead of cooking chicken from scratch. If the sauce becomes too thick, add a splash of chicken broth or milk until it reaches your desired consistency.
You can also add mushrooms, spinach, or red pepper flakes for extra flavor.
Recipe Details
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cooking Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Servings: 4–6 servings
- Course: Dinner
- Cuisine: American
- Method: Stovetop
