Description
Creamy Chicken Alfredo with Broccoli & Fettuccine is a comforting and satisfying dish that brings together tender chicken, vibrant broccoli, and a luscious homemade Alfredo sauce over perfectly cooked fettuccine pasta. This recipe is not only quick to prepare but also offers a rich blend of flavors that will delight your taste buds. Ideal for family dinners or a cozy night in, this dish can be customized with your favorite proteins or vegetables. Serve it elegantly in bowls, and watch as it impresses your guests!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 12 ounces fettuccine
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook fettuccine in a large pot of salted water until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water and drain.
- Steam broccoli in the same pot for about 3-4 minutes until bright green and crisp; set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper; cook until golden brown and fully cooked (about 6-7 minutes per side). Let rest before slicing.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant. Add cream, whisking until slightly thickened. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted; season to taste.
- Toss cooked fettuccine with the Alfredo sauce, then fold in broccoli and sliced chicken. Use reserved pasta water to adjust consistency if needed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 680
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg