Description
Creamy Chicken Alfredo with Broccoli is a delightful comfort food that combines tender chicken, vibrant broccoli, and a luxurious Alfredo sauce, all served over perfectly cooked pasta. This dish is not only rich in flavor but also quick to prepare, making it an excellent choice for busy weeknights or special occasions. With just 30 minutes from start to finish, you can impress your family or guests with this restaurant-quality meal at home. The creamy sauce enriched with garlic and Parmesan pairs beautifully with the wholesome ingredients, ensuring every bite is satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
- 200 g fettuccine or tagliatelle
- 250 g chicken breast
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 garlic cloves
- 200 ml heavy cream
- 60 g grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat, season chicken, and cook until golden brown. Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, melt butter, sauté garlic until fragrant, add heavy cream, and simmer until thickened. Stir in Parmesan.
- Combine cooked pasta and steamed broccoli into the sauce; toss gently.
- Serve topped with chicken pieces and garnish with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 700
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 41g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 91mg
Keywords: For added nutrition, consider mixing in other vegetables like spinach or bell peppers. Use high-quality cheese for the best flavor.