Creamy Chicken & Broccoli Fettuccine Alfredo
Creamy Chicken & Broccoli Fettuccine Alfredo is a delightful dish that combines tender chicken, vibrant broccoli, and a rich Alfredo sauce over fettuccine pasta. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this comforting meal is both satisfying and simple to prepare. With its creamy texture and savory flavors, it’s bound to become a family favorite. Customizable with your choice of vegetables or pasta, this recipe is an easy way to enjoy a delicious homemade meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 200 g fettuccine pasta
- 250 g chicken breast, sliced into strips
- 1 cup broccoli florets, lightly steamed
- 200 ml heavy cream
- 50 g grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Season sliced chicken with salt and pepper; cook until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic for about 30 seconds. Add heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until the sauce thickens. Toss in steamed broccoli and cooked fettuccine until well coated with the sauce.
- Serve topped with grilled chicken slices.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (350g)
- Calories: 680
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 64g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 105mg