We are looking for comfort food that's ready in a jiffy. This Chicken Primavera is a quick 30-minute dinner that's loaded with flavor. This version features fresh cherry tomatoes, green peas, broccoli, spaghetti pasta, and seared chicken breast. It is a light yet filling dinner that the whole family will love. Are you looking for some more quick and easy dinners? Try our Air Fryer Chicken and Vegetables or Instant Pot Pho.
What is primavera sauce made of?
Primavera sauce comprises chicken broth, white wine, Parmesan cheese, and heavy cream.
How many carbs are in chicken primavera?
There are 15 grams of net carbs in each serving of chicken Primavera.
What are the origins of Primavera?
The name Primavera is Italian in origin. It means spring. However, even though the name sounds Italian, Primavera was popularized in the US during the 1970s.
What drink goes well with chicken primavera?
Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc, and Pinot Grigio go well with chicken Primavera. These crisp and acidic wines highlight the fresh vegetables in chicken Primavera. If you do not drink wine, non-alcoholic sparkling wine, lemonade, or sparkling water pair well with chicken Primavera.
Ingredients
8 ounces Dry Spaghetti
2 cups Broccoli Florets
2 tablespoons Olive Oil
1 pound Skinless, Boneless Chicken Breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 1/2 teaspoons Kosher Salt
1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
1 teaspoon Onion Powder
1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
3 cloves Garlic, minced
2 Shallots, minced
1 teaspoon Dried Basil
1 teaspoon Dried Rosemary
1 cup Cherry Tomatoes, quartered
1 cup Frozen Peas
1/4 cup White Wine
1/4 cup Low-Sodium Chicken Broth
1/3 cup Heavy Whipping Cream
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan Cheese
4 Cherry Tomatoes, sliced, for garnish
2 tablespoons Fresh Basil, chopped for garnish
Instructions
Cook spaghetti in salted boiling water using the package directions. Add broccoli to the spaghetti water during the last 2 minutes of cooking. Drain the spaghetti and broccoli in a colander and set them aside.
Place olive oil into a large skillet and set it over medium-high heat.
Place chicken breasts in a bowl, sprinkle the 1 teaspoon kosher salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper over them, and toss to coat them in the seasoning.
Next, add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook them for 5–8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are browned.
Place the chicken breasts onto a plate and set them aside.
Add garlic, shallots, basil, and rosemary, and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add cherry tomatoes, frozen peas, and the remaining salt, and cook for 3 minutes.
Add white wine and use your cooking spoon to scrape the browned bits of food off the bottom of the skillet.
Stir in chicken broth and heavy whipping cream and cook for 2 minutes.
Add pasta, broccoli, and chicken breasts and toss to combine. Cook for 2 minutes until everything is heated through.
Add Parmesan cheese and toss to combine. Remove the chicken Primavera from the heat, divide it between 4 plates, and top with sliced cherry tomatoes and basil.
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