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Instant Pot Chicken Broccoli Pasta

written by Hina Gujral September 15, 2020
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Instant Pot Chicken Broccoli Pasta is a creamy, delicious, one-pot pasta recipe that is ready in 10 minutes. It is a perfect family dinner idea for the busy weeknights loaded with broccoli and chicken.

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One-Pot Wonder…

Yes, you can cook a delicious pasta in one pot itself. No need of boiling the pasta separately or making the sauce in a pan.

In this chicken broccoli pasta, all the cooking from scratch (including sauteeing broccoli) is done in an instant pot.

From prep work till cooking, this one-pot pasta takes less than 30 minutes. That means less time cooking/cleaning, and more time for enjoying the pasta dinner.

Also, if you are looking for ways to feed broccoli to the family then this pasta recipe is perfect for you. This is my second favorite broccoli recipe after one-pot broccoli soup.

ingredients for instant pot broccoli pasta

Ingredients Required

Here are the ingredients you need to make instant pot chicken broccoli pasta:

Elbow Pasta: Use uncooked pasta of any shape you like.

Broccoli: Fresh broccoli florets are the best for this pasta recipe.

Chicken: Use boneless, skinless, bite-size chicken pieces

Cream: I have used heavy cream. Feel free to use milk

Stock: Chicken or veg stock gives so much flavor to the sauce

Garlic & Onion: I love their flavor in the pasta sauce

Cheese: Any stringy cheese works for this one-pot pasta

Fresh Basil: Use parsley, or cilantro if basil not available

Other Ingredients: Olive Oil, Oregano, Chilli Flakes, Salt

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How To Make Instant Pot Chicken Broccoli Pasta

Chicken Broccoli Pasta is easy to make instant pot pasta recipe. Follow this step-by-step guide:

Saute Broccoli: Set the IP to SAUTE Mode for 5 minutes. Add olive oil and saute the broccoli florets till they are al-dente and slightly roasted. This takes 1 – 2 minutes. Transfer to a plate.

Make Sauce: Next, add garlic, onion, and chicken. Saute for a minute or till chicken turn pale white in color. Add stock, cream, cheese, seasoning, salt, and stir nicely. Taste and adjust seasoning accordingly.

Cook Pasta: Add uncooked pasta in the sauce. Stir to mix. Close the lid of IP. Set PRESSURE Cook mode for 5 minutes. Let pasta cook in the creamy sauce.

Final Touch: Once pasta is cooked, add sauteed broccoli, fresh basil and mix nicely. Chicken Broccoli Pasta is ready to serve!

side close up shot of broccoli pasta in a white ceramic baking dish

Chicken Broccoli Pasta Recipe Variations

This chicken broccoli pasta is highly customizable. Here are a few of my add-on suggestions:

Vegetables: From green peas, kale, zucchini, red peppers, to sun-dried tomato and cherry tomato, you can add any fresh or frozen vegetable of your choice in the pasta along with broccoli.

Meat: If you are a seafood lover add shrimps instead of chicken or add diced sausages or crispy bacon along with chicken.

Cheese: This is a cheese friendly pasta recipe. From Gouda, Cheddar, Parmesan, to soft Mozarella or Goat Cheese, any of these works perfectly for this pasta recipe.

Serving Suggestions

For wholesome family dinner you can serve broccoli pasta with:

Homemade Focaccia Bread

Herb Roasted Potato

Green Salad

Roasted Pumpkin Soup

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More Pasta Recipes For You:

Chicken Pasta Salad

Broccoli Pesto Pasta

Tomato Sauce Pasta

White Sauce Pasta

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Instant Pot Chicken Broccoli Pasta Recipe

Instant Pot Chicken Broccoli Pasta is a creamy, delicious, one-pot pasta recipe that is ready in 10 minutes. It is a perfect family dinner idea for the busy weeknights. Learn how to make one pot broccoli pasta in a few simple steps.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 2
Calories: 1173kcal
Author: Hina Gujral
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Ingredients

1 Cup = 250 ml

    1 tablespoon = 15 ml

    • 200 gram uncooked elbow pasta (macaroni)
    • 4 tablespoon olive oil
    • 1 Cup broccoli florets
    • 1 tablespoon finely chopped garlic
    • 1/2 Cup finely chopped onion
    • 1 Cup (200 gram) boneless, skinless chicken pieces
    • 1 Cup chicken or vegetable stock
    • 1 Cup heavy cream
    • Salt to taste
    • 1 teaspoon oregano
    • 1 teaspoon red chilli flakes
    • 1/4 Cup grated cheese (any hard cheese)
    • 1/2 Cup fresh basil leaves

    Instructions

    • Set the IP to SAUTE Mode for 5 minutes. Add olive oil and saute the broccoli florets till they are al-dente and slightly roasted. This takes 1 – 2 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
      sautéing broccoli in an instant pot
    • Next, add garlic, onion, and chicken. Saute for a minute or till chicken is pale white in color and tender. Add stock, cream, cheese, seasoning, salt, and stir nicely. Taste the sauce at this stage and adjust seasoning accordingly.
      making broccoli pasta in an instant pot
    • Add uncooked pasta in the sauce. Stir to mix. Close the lid of IP. Set PRESSURE Cook mode for 5 minutes. Let pasta cook in the creamy sauce. In 5 minutes, you will get the al dente pasta. Cook for 1 – 2 minutes more if you need slightly more cooked pasta.
      making broccoli pasta in an instant pot
    • Once pasta is cooked, add sauteed broccoli, fresh basil, and mix nicely. Chicken Broccoli Pasta is ready to serve! Do not cook pasta after adding broccoli or basil.
      making broccoli pasta in an instant pot
    • Serve chicken broccoli pasta with focaccia bread or salad for dinner.

    Recipe Notes:

    • Use boneless, skinless, bite-size chicken pieces for even cooking. 
    • If you are using frozen broccoli, thaw it at room temperature or as per packet instructions before using for making the pasta. 
    • You can use full-fat milk or dairy-free nut milk as well to make the sauce. 
    • You can store broccoli pasta in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2 – 3 days. Reheat in a microwave before serving. 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 1173kcal | Carbohydrates: 92g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 80g | Saturated Fat: 35g | Cholesterol: 181mg | Sodium: 345mg | Potassium: 678mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 2787IU | Vitamin C: 47mg | Calcium: 265mg | Iron: 3mg
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    Instant Pot Chicken Broccoli Pasta was last modified: September 15th, 2020 by Hina Gujral
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    2 comments

    YtheWait September 17, 2020 - 3:16 PM

    Wow, this roasted chicken recipe is so delicious and the procedure of making it is so easy to follow.

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    Hina Gujral September 17, 2020 - 5:14 PM

    thanks!

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