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Creamy Chicken and Broccoli Pumpkin Alfredo

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 650
A delicious and creamy pasta dish combining tender chicken, fresh broccoli, and pumpkin for a comforting meal.

Ingredients

Pasta

  • 1 lbs penne pasta (or any pasta)
  • 1 cup reserved pasta water

Dairy

  • 2 tablespoons light butter of choice
  • 1 medium brown onion (sliced thinly)
  • 2 cloves garlic (crushed or minced)
  • 1 lbs skinless chicken breast tenders (cubed)
  • 1 3/4 cups pumpkin puree (canned or fresh, steamed until soft)
  • 2 cups skim/low fat milk
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable stock powder
  • 1 pinch salt to season

Instructions 

  • Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente; reserve 1 cup of water.
  • Sauté onion in butter until transparent; add garlic and cook briefly. Add chicken and cook until browned.
  • Stir in pumpkin and milk; simmer until thickened. Add broccoli, parmesan, stock powder, and salt; cook until broccoli is tender.
  • Gradually add reserved pasta water to reach desired sauce consistency. Mix in cooked pasta and serve.

Notes

For a creamier sauce, add a splash of extra milk or reserved pasta water.
Calories: 650kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: chicken, Pasta, pumpkin