Ultimate Creamy Pasta with Grilled Chicken & Veggies
Indulge in the comforting embrace of our Ultimate Creamy Pasta with Grilled Chicken & Veggies. This delightful dish features tender grilled chicken paired with pasta shells, enveloped in a luscious creamy sauce that harmonizes beautifully with fresh vegetables. Picture vibrant broccoli and sweet carrots accentuating every bite, creating a meal that nourishes both body and soul. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, this recipe is not just about satisfying hunger; it’s about crafting unforgettable moments around the table. Gather your loved ones and enjoy this wholesome yet indulgent dish that’s sure to become a family favorite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling, Boiling, Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large chicken breasts
- 300 g pasta shells
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 200 ml cream
- 100 ml milk
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 cup carrot slices
- 70 g Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
Instructions
- Cook pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta shells and cook for 8–10 minutes until al dente. Reserve half a cup of pasta water before draining.
- Steam veggies: While pasta cooks, steam broccoli and carrot slices for 5–6 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Grill chicken: Season chicken breasts with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Grill on medium-high heat for about 6–7 minutes per side until cooked through (165°F/74°C). Let rest before slicing.
- Make sauce: In the same pot used for pasta, melt butter over medium heat and sauté minced garlic for about a minute. Add cream and milk; simmer for five minutes until slightly thickened. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Combine: Toss cooked pasta with the sauce and reserved pasta water, then add steamed veggies and sliced chicken. Mix well and serve hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 400g)
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 31g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 125mg