Description
Creamy Chicken Alfredo with Broccoli & Fettuccine is a comforting and indulgent dish that’s perfect for any occasion, from family dinners to special gatherings. This recipe features tender chicken breasts sautéed to golden perfection, vibrant broccoli florets, and al dente fettuccine all enveloped in a rich, creamy garlic sauce. It’s not only delicious but also quick to prepare, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights. With its irresistible flavors and pleasing textures, this dish is bound to become a staple in your home.
Ingredients
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Fresh broccoli florets
- Fettuccine noodles
- Butter
- Garlic cloves (minced)
- Heavy cream
- Grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine according to package instructions in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter, add the chicken, and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove from skillet and let rest before slicing.
- In the same skillet, sauté fresh broccoli florets for 3-5 minutes until tender yet crisp.
- Melt additional butter if needed in the skillet, add minced garlic, and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Gradually whisk in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Combine cooked fettuccine into the sauce along with reserved pasta water to reach desired consistency. Mix in sliced chicken and sautéed broccoli until well coated.
- Serve hot with optional chopped parsley for garnish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 375g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 57g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 120mg