Creamy Chicken Primavera

Name: Creamy Chicken Primavera
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 2 chicken breasts, sliced into thin strips; 8 ounces pasta of your choice; 1 cup broccoli florets; 1 cup sliced zucchini; 1 red bell pepper, diced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 cup heavy cream; 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped; 2 tablespoons olive oil; Salt and black pepper to taste

This colorful pasta dish is packed with fresh vegetables and tender chicken in a light, creamy sauce.

By Recipes By Nani· 🌍 Italian· July 19, 2026

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Prep

15 minutes

Cook

20 minutes

Total

35 minutes

Serves

Chicken Primavera is one of those meals that just feels like a hug in a bowl. It is my favorite way to use up whatever garden vegetables I have on hand, and it always tastes so fresh and satisfying.

I love how the light cream sauce brings everything together without being too heavy. If you want to keep the veggies crisp, be sure not to overcook them when you toss them into the skillet.

🧺 Ingredients

2 chicken breasts, sliced into thin strips
8 ounces pasta of your choice
1 cup broccoli florets
1 cup sliced zucchini
1 red bell pepper, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and black pepper to taste

👩‍🍳Instructions

1
Cook your pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water according to the package directions, then drain it well.
2
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and cook the chicken strips until they are golden brown and cooked through.
3
Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside on a plate.
4
In the same skillet, add the broccoli, zucchini, and bell pepper. Sauté the vegetables for about 5 minutes until they are tender but still bright.
5
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
6
Pour the heavy cream into the skillet and bring it to a gentle simmer.
7
Stir in the Parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth and slightly thickened.
8
Add the cooked chicken and pasta back into the skillet. Toss everything together until well coated and heated through.
9
Season with salt and pepper, then top with fresh basil before serving.

💡 Tips

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. You can add a splash of milk or water when reheating to loosen up the sauce. This dish is great served with a side of crusty garlic bread.

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