Creamy Chicken and Broccoli Pasta

Instructions

1. 1

   Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta for 10–12 minutes. Drain (do not rinse) and reserve about 1/2 cup of pasta water.

2. 2

   Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 2–3 minutes until softened.

3. 3

   Add the ground chicken, break it apart, and cook for about 1 minute. Add Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper, then continue cooking until mostly browned.

4. 4

   Add the broccoli, stir, then cover with a lid and let steam for a few minutes until slightly softened.

5. 5

   Remove the lid and cook until the chicken is fully cooked through.

6. 6

   Pour in the cream and stir, then add about half of the Parmesan cheese.

7. 7

   Add the cooked pasta and most of the remaining cheese. Stir everything together, adding a splash of reserved pasta water as needed to loosen the sauce.

8. 8

   Top with the remaining cheese, cover with a lid, and let it melt.