Creamy Chicken Alfredo Pasta with Broccoli
Indulge in the rich flavors of Creamy Chicken Alfredo Pasta with Broccoli, a delightful dish that merges comfort food with a nutritious twist. This easy-to-make recipe features succulent grilled chicken and vibrant broccoli, all enveloped in a luscious Alfredo sauce made from heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Perfect for cozy family dinners or impressing guests, this creamy pasta dish is quick to prepare, taking only 15 minutes of prep and 25 minutes to cook. Customize it by adding your favorite vegetables or spices to make it uniquely yours. With its balance of indulgence and healthiness, this recipe is sure to become a go-to favorite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
- Grilled chicken breast
- Fettuccine pasta
- Fresh broccoli florets
- Heavy cream
- Parmesan cheese
- Garlic
- Olive oil
- Butter
Instructions
- Cook fettuccine pasta in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and set aside.
- Grill seasoned chicken breast slices for 5-7 minutes on each side until cooked through.
- Steam broccoli florets until tender (about 4-5 minutes).
- In a skillet, melt butter, sauté garlic, then add cream and whisk in Parmesan until smooth.
- Combine the cooked pasta and steamed broccoli with the Alfredo sauce; top with sliced grilled chicken.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 340g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 95mg