Chicken Broccoli Pasta (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

01 - 12 oz penne pasta.
02 - 2 cups broccoli florets.
03 - 2 tbsp olive oil.
04 - 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, diced.
05 - 3 garlic cloves, minced.
06 - 2 cups heavy cream.
07 - 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese.
08 - 1 tsp Italian seasoning.
09 - 1/2 tsp paprika.
10 - Salt and pepper to taste.
11 - 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped (optional).

# Instructions:

01 - Boil pasta according to package.
02 - Add broccoli in the last 3 minutes.
03 - Drain and set aside.
04 - Cook diced chicken with seasonings.
05 - Remove chicken from the pan.
06 - Sauté garlic in the same pan.
07 - Add cream and simmer for 2-3 minutes.
08 - Stir in cheese and seasonings.
09 - Return chicken and broccoli to the pan.
10 - Add pasta and combine well.
11 - Garnish with parsley if desired.

# Notes:

01 - One-pan comfort meal ready in 30 minutes. Can substitute different pasta shapes or add other vegetables.