Description
Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken Alfredo with Crispy Turkey Bacon, Spinach & Broccoli is a rich and satisfying dish that brings comfort to your dinner table. This delectable recipe features tender chicken simmered in a creamy garlic butter sauce, paired with the freshness of spinach and vibrant steamed broccoli. The optional crispy turkey bacon adds a delightful crunch, creating a dish that’s both indulgent and nutritious. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this Alfredo is sure to impress your family and friends while satisfying your cravings for something savory.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast (sliced into strips)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- Fresh spinach (roughly chopped)
- Broccoli florets (steamed until tender)
- Turkey bacon (cooked until crispy, optional)
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt half of the butter. Add the sliced chicken breast and cook until golden brown on both sides (about 5-7 minutes).
- Once the chicken is nearly cooked through, add minced garlic to the skillet. Stir continuously for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Reduce heat to low and add the remaining butter. Stir until melted and combined with the chicken and garlic.
- Add fresh spinach and steamed broccoli to the skillet. Mix gently until vegetables are coated with garlic butter sauce, cooking for an additional 3-4 minutes until heated through.
- If using turkey bacon, crumble it on top just before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 456
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 100mg