Creamy Herb Chicken with Broccoli, Grilled Potatoes & Pasta
A warm, satisfying meal featuring juicy herb-seasoned chicken, creamy herbed pasta, perfectly grilled/roasted potatoes, and tender garlic broccoli. It’s a restaurant-style comfort dish with balanced flavors and a Mediterranean-friendly twist.
Prep: 15 minutes
Cook: 25–30 minutes
Total: 40–45 minutes
Servings:2–3
Ingredients
For the Herb Chicken
2 chicken breasts, sliced
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp garlic powder
½ tsp dried oregano
½ tsp dried basil
½ tsp paprika
Salt & black pepper
1 tbsp lemon juice
For the Grilled/Roasted Potatoes
2 medium potatoes, sliced or cubed
1 tbsp olive oil
½ tsp paprika
½ tsp dried rosemary
Salt & pepper
For the Creamy Herb Pasta
200g pasta (penne, fusilli, or bowtie)
1 tbsp olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
½ cup cream or half-and-half
¼ cup pasta water
¼ cup parmesan
½ tsp dried basil
½ tsp dried oregano
Salt & pepper
For the Broccoli
1 cup broccoli florets
1 tsp olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
Salt & pepper
Instructions
1. Roast or Grill the Potatoes
Preheat oven to 220°C (425°F).
Toss potatoes with olive oil, paprika, rosemary, salt & pepper.
Roast 20–25 minutes OR grill until crispy and golden.
2. Cook the Chicken
Season chicken with garlic powder, oregano, basil, paprika, salt, pepper, lemon juice.
Heat olive oil in a pan on medium-high.
Cook chicken 5–6 minutes until golden and fully cooked.
Remove and set aside.
3. Cook the Broccoli
In the same pan, add broccoli with a splash of oil.
Add garlic, salt & pepper.
Saute 4–5 minutes until bright and tender.
4. Make the Creamy Herb Pasta
Cook pasta in salted water → reserve ¼ cup pasta water.
In a pan, melt butter.
Add garlic and saute 30 seconds.
Pour in cream + pasta water.
Add basil, oregano, salt & pepper.
Stir and simmer 2 minutes.
Add parmesan.
Toss the pasta in the creamy sauce.
5. Assemble the Plate
Add a generous scoop of creamy herb pasta.
Place tender herb chicken on top.
Add crispy potatoes and garlic broccoli to the sides.
Optional garnish: parsley + extra parmesan.
Tips
Add spinach to pasta for extra greens.
Add a squeeze of lemon over chicken for freshness.
Use Greek yogurt instead of cream for a lighter version (add off heat).
Add cherry tomatoes for brightness.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I make this less creamy?
Yes—reduce cream or use a splash of milk + extra pasta water.
Q: Can I use sweet potatoes?
Absolutely — they make the bowl even healthier.
Q: Can I air fry the potatoes?
Yes — 200°C for 15–18 minutes.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 620 kcal
Protein: 45g
Carbs: 65g
Fat: 20g