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Creamy Chicken & Broccoli Pasta

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Ingredients
  

  • 200 g pasta I used fusilli but any shape works
  • 1 chicken breast diced
  • 1 small head of broccoli chopped into florets
  • 1 small onion finely sliced
  • 1 garlic clove crushed
  • 100 ml single cream or a splash of milk
  • A knob of butter or drizzle of olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • A handful of basil or parsley to finish

Instructions
 

  • I start by boiling the pasta in salted water and toss the broccoli in for the last few minutes so it cooks without turning to mush.
  • While that’s bubbling away, I get a frying pan on with a bit of butter and lightly fry the chicken until it’s golden. Then I add the onion and garlic and let them soften together for a few minutes.
  • If you need a low fodmap version try some garlic infused olive oil instead of the onion and garlic.
  • When the pasta and broccoli are ready, I drain them (but keep a splash of the cooking water), then stir everything into the pan with the chicken. I pour in the cream, season it well, and let it all come together for a minute or two until the sauce clings to the pasta.
  • Make sure not to boil the cream or milk too much so it doesn't split.
  • Add a few torn basil leaves over the top makes it look fresh and smell amazing.
  • If you don't have access to fresh, freeze dried is another great option!
Keyword pasta