Description
Chicken Broccoli Alfredo Pasta is a comforting dish that combines tender chicken, vibrant broccoli, and al dente pasta enveloped in a rich, creamy Alfredo sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or family gatherings, this recipe promises to delight your taste buds and create lasting memories around the dinner table. With easy-to-follow steps and customizable ingredients, you can enjoy a delicious meal in no time!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Boil salted water in a large pot. Add fettuccine and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
- Sauté the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add bite-sized chicken pieces and sauté for 6-8 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Add Garlic and Broccoli: Stir in minced garlic and broccoli; sauté for 3-4 minutes until fragrant.
- Create the Sauce: Pour in heavy cream, stirring gently. Gradually add Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Toss Everything Together: Combine cooked pasta with the sauce mixture in the skillet, tossing to coat evenly.
- Season and Serve: Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. Serve hot with additional Parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 640
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 125mg