Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Creamy Chicken Broccoli Alfredo—a hearty dish that combines tender chicken, vibrant broccoli, and luscious pasta enveloped in a rich Alfredo sauce. This delightful recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing guests with minimal effort. Serve it warm for an unforgettable experience and enjoy every savory bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 8 oz fettuccine or linguine pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the pasta until al dente according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then cook until golden brown and cooked through (about 6-7 minutes per side). Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and broccoli florets; sauté for about 3 minutes until fragrant and broccoli is bright green.
- Pour heavy cream into the skillet, stirring in Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy. Season with salt and pepper as needed.
- Return chicken and pasta to the skillet; toss until everything is coated in sauce.
- Plate while warm, garnished with extra Parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 720
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 42g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 43g
- Cholesterol: 150mg