Creamy Chicken, Mushroom & Broccoli Pasta | Simple Weeknight Chicken Pasta
Chicken, mushroom and broccoli pasta is the kind of comforting bowl that never disappoints. Tender chicken, earthy mushrooms and bright green broccoli come together in a creamy sauce that clings beautifully to every piece of pasta, making it simple, satisfying and perfect for an easy weeknight dinner. It’s a brilliant midweek option — quick to make, full of flavour and always a hit with the whole family.
With just a handful of everyday ingredients, you can have a wholesome, hearty meal on the table in no time, especially when served with some warm garlic bread.
Serving Suggestions for Chicken, Mushroom & Broccoli Pasta
- Garlic bread or a warm baguette — perfect for mopping up any leftover sauce.
- A crisp green salad — something light with a lemony vinaigrette to balance the creaminess.
- Steamed or roasted green veg — tenderstem broccoli, green beans or asparagus add freshness and colour.
- Grated Parmesan or mature cheddar — a little extra cheese on top never hurts.
- Roasted cherry tomatoes — their sweetness cuts through the richness and adds a pop of colour.
- Peas or petit pois — stirred through the pasta or served on the side for extra greens
Variations: Chicken, Mushroom & Broccoli Pasta
- Extra‑Creamy Chicken, Mushroom & Broccoli Pasta — add more cream or cream cheese for a richer, silkier sauce.
- Chicken, Mushroom & Spinach Pasta — swap or add spinach for colour and a soft, silky texture.
- Chicken, Mushroom & Pea Pasta — stir in peas for gentle sweetness that brightens the creamy base.
- Chicken, Mushroom & Bacon Pasta — add crispy bacon for smoky savoury depth.
- Chicken, Mushroom & Leek Pasta — replace onions with leeks for a sweeter, more delicate base.
- Chicken, Mushroom & Sun‑Dried Tomato Pasta — add chopped sun‑dried tomatoes for tangy intensity that lifts the cream.
- Chicken, Mushroom & Courgette Pasta — include sliced courgette for a light, summery twist.
- Chicken, Mushroom & Herb Pasta — finish with parsley or chives for freshness that cuts through the richness.
- Chicken, Mushroom & Garlic‑Rich Pasta — increase garlic for deeper aromatic warmth.
- Chicken, Mushroom & Parmesan Pasta — add extra Parmesan for a stronger, more indulgent cheesy finish.
- Chicken, Mushroom & Chilli Pasta — add chilli flakes for gentle heat that balances the creamy sauce.
- Chicken, Mushroom & Sweetcorn Pasta — stir in sweetcorn for pops of sweetness and colour.
- Chicken, Mushroom & Tomato‑Rich Pasta — add a spoon of tomato paste for extra depth and a slightly richer colour.
- Chicken, Mushroom & Broccoli Bake — top with cheese and bake for a golden, crispy finish.
- Chicken, Mushroom & Lemon Pasta — add lemon zest for a bright, citrusy lift that cuts through the cream
Chicken, mushroom and broccoli pasta
Creamy chicken pasta with tender chicken pieces, mushrooms and bright broccoli, all coated in a glossy sauce and served in a warm, inviting bowl full of colour and comfort.
Equipment
- Saucepan
- frying pan
Ingredients
- 250 g broccoli
- 1 tsp cornflour
- 2 tbsp crème fraiche
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 3 large chicken breasts, cut into chunks
- 280 g dried pasta
- 1½ tsp garlic puree
- 150 g mushrooms, sliced
- 600 ml chicken stock
- 250 ml semi-skimmed milk
- 100 g grated cheddar
- pinch of salt and pepper
Instructions
- In a pan of hot salted boiling water, cook the broccoli for 10mins then set aside.
- In a small bowl, mix the cornflour and crème fraiche together, set aside.
- In a large lidded frying pan, fry the chicken for around 5mins until lightly coloured on the outside, but not fully cooked.
- Add the garlic and mushrooms and cook for a further few mins.
- Add the stock and milk and bring to a gentle boil. Add the pasta and combine all together.
- Cover and simmer for around 15mins until the chicken is cooked through and your pasta is cooked to your liking. Stirring occasionally throughout.
- Stir in the creme fraiche mixture, broccoli and grated cheese, season and cook for a further few mins.
- Serve with some extra cheese (cheddar or parmesan) on top with some crunchy garlic bread on the side.