Creamy Chicken Alfredo with Broccoli
Creamy Chicken Alfredo with Broccoli is a deliciously rich dish that brings comfort and satisfaction to your dinner table. Featuring tender chicken breast and vibrant broccoli, all enveloped in a luscious Alfredo sauce over pasta, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a meal that’s not only quick to prepare but also packed with flavor and nutrition. Whether you’re an experienced cook or just starting out, this creamy pasta delight is sure to impress everyone at the table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 200 g fettuccine or tagliatelle
- 250 g chicken breast, sliced into strips
- 1 cup broccoli florets, lightly steamed
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 200 ml heavy cream
- 60 g grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Boil salted water in a large pot. Add fettuccine or tagliatelle and cook until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Prepare the chicken: In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Season chicken strips with salt and pepper. Cook until golden brown and fully cooked through (about 6-8 minutes). Remove from heat.
- Make the Alfredo sauce: In the same skillet, melt butter over low heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (30 seconds). Stir in heavy cream and simmer for a few minutes.
- Combine: Add grated Parmesan cheese to the sauce until thickened slightly. Toss in steamed broccoli and cooked pasta, coating everything evenly.
- Serve: Plate your dish by topping each serving with sliced chicken and fresh parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 95mg