Creamy Chicken Alfredo with Broccoli
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Creamy Chicken Alfredo with Broccoli, a delightful dish that combines tender chicken, rich Alfredo sauce, and vibrant broccoli for a satisfying meal. This recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or any special occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 200 g fettuccine or tagliatelle
- 250 g chicken breast, sliced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 200 ml heavy cream
- 60 g Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 cup broccoli florets, lightly steamed
- Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Season chicken strips with salt and pepper; cook until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, melt butter over low heat, sauté garlic until fragrant (about 30 seconds). Pour in heavy cream and let simmer; stir in Parmesan cheese until slightly thickened.
- Add steamed broccoli and cooked pasta to the skillet; toss to combine well.
- Serve topped with sliced chicken breast and garnish with fresh parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 654
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 645mg
- Fat: 37g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 51g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 112mg