Bring a large pot of water to a boil. When water boils, add a generous handful of salt, add pasta and broccoli and cook according to pasta instructions for al dente. When pasta is almost done cooking, reserve about ½ cup of the pasta water and set aside. Drain the pasta and broccoli.
Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and chicken and cook, stirring occasionally until the chicken is browned, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the chicken broth and wine, if using, and bring to a boil, stirring occasionally.
Add the pasta and broccoli to the skillet, along with the grated cheese, salt and pepper and mix well.
If the mixture seems dry, add the reserved pasta water, a little at a time, using only as much as needed.
Serve immediately pasta bowls with additional grated cheese and red pepper flakes on the side
Recipe Notes
I've made it lighter and healthier through the years by using less olive oil and more chicken broth, white wine and some of the reserved pasta water.Be sure to use good cheese in this simple recipe - not the cheap stuff; it's just not the same. Either Parmigiano Reggiano or Pecorino Romano work well.Click here to see your WW PersonalPoints for this recipe and track it in the WW app or site.9*SmartPoints (Green plan)8*SmartPoints (Blue plan)3*SmartPoints (Purple plan) (with whole grain pasta)9*PointsPlus (Old plan)
Nutrition Facts
Skinny Broccoli & Chicken Pasta Recipe
Amount Per Serving (1 /4th recipe)
Calories 360Calories from Fat 111
% Daily Value*
Fat 12.3g19%
Carbohydrates 30.4g10%
Fiber 2.3g9%
Protein 29g58%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.