Description
Chicken Broccoli Alfredo is the ultimate creamy pasta dish that brings comfort and celebration to any table. This indulgent recipe features tender chicken, vibrant broccoli, and fettuccine pasta enveloped in a rich, velvety Alfredo sauce. Perfect for graduation parties or family dinners, this dish promises to create delicious memories with every bite. It’s easy to prepare and customizable to suit various tastes, making it a go-to favorite for gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 12 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 tbsp butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Cook the Pasta: Boil salted water in a large pot. Add fettuccine and cook until al dente (about 8-10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- 2. Sauté the Chicken: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Cook until golden brown on both sides (6-7 minutes each side). Remove from skillet and cover.
- 3. Add Garlic and Broccoli: In the same skillet, add minced garlic and chopped broccoli. Sauté until broccoli is bright green and tender yet crisp (about 3 minutes).
- 4. Create the Sauce: Pour heavy cream into the skillet and stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Adjust seasoning.
- 5. Toss Everything Together: Slice cooked chicken and return it to the skillet with drained pasta. Mix gently until fettuccine is coated in sauce.
- 6. Serve Hot: Plate while warm, garnished with extra Parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 400g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 150mg