Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add ziti and cook al dente. In the last 3 minutes, add broccoli and boil for 2-3 minutes. Strain and set aside.

Step 2

Meanwhile, heat 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat in a large pan or cast-iron skillet. Add chicken, season with salt and pepper, and fully cook through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken and transfer to a bowl, leaving juices behind. Cover chicken with foil to keep warm.

Step 3

Melt remaining butter and add onion and garlic to the skillet. Simmer until onions are translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Do not burn. Add chicken broth, cream, and red pepper flakes and bring to a boil. Simmer/boil for about 7 minutes until slightly reduced. Add parmesan cheese and corn starch and stir/whisk until thickened. Start with 1 tablespoon corn starch and add second if you want thicker.

Step 4

Return pasta and broccoli to the skillet and toss in the sauce. Add chicken and continue to toss until everything is well coated and warm.

Step 5

Serve with crushed red pepper flakes and additional parmesan cheese!