Description
Creamy Chicken Alfredo with Broccoli is a sumptuous dish that combines tender chicken, vibrant broccoli, and a rich, velvety Alfredo sauce. This indulgent pasta meal is perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, offering both comfort and elegance on your dinner table. With its quick preparation time and simple ingredients, this recipe creates a delightful experience for the whole family without sacrificing flavor. The creamy sauce, enhanced by garlic and Parmesan, perfectly coats fettuccine or tagliatelle, making it an irresistible choice for any pasta lover. Add a sprinkle of fresh parsley and enjoy this well-rounded meal that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 200 g fettuccine or tagliatelle
- 250 g chicken breast, sliced
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 200 ml heavy cream
- 60 g grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup broccoli florets
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 with salt and pepper; grill until golden brown.
- In the same pan, melt butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Add heavy cream and simmer gently.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until the sauce thickens.
- Combine steamed broccoli and cooked pasta in the skillet, tossing to coat evenly with the sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 670
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg