Description
Chicken Broccoli Alfredo is a comforting, creamy dish that beautifully combines tender chicken, fresh broccoli, and rich Alfredo sauce, making it a perfect choice for graduation celebrations or cozy family dinners. This simple yet impressive recipe will delight your guests with its symphony of flavors and vibrant colors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: chop chicken into bite-sized pieces and cut broccoli into small florets.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tbsp of butter. Add chicken, seasoning with salt and pepper. Cook until golden brown (6-8 minutes).
- Blanch broccoli in boiling water for 2 minutes until bright green; drain and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add remaining butter and garlic; sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute). Pour in heavy cream and simmer before stirring in Parmesan until melted.
- Combine cooked pasta, chicken, and broccoli with the sauce; toss to coat.
- Serve immediately with extra Parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 350g)
- Calories: 670
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 39g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider using fresh herbs like basil or parsley. - Swap out broccoli for spinach or asparagus for a different twist. - To store leftovers, keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.