Creamy Chicken Broccoli Fettuccine Alfredo
Indulge in the creamy goodness of Chicken Broccoli Fettuccine Alfredo, a delightful dish that combines tender chicken, fresh broccoli, and rich fettuccine pasta enveloped in a velvety Alfredo sauce. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions, this comforting meal is quick to prepare and sure to impress your guests with its savory flavors. In just 35 minutes, you can create a satisfying dinner that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 250g (9 oz) fettuccine pasta
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- Olive oil and butter
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sear the chicken until golden brown on both sides (about 5-6 minutes per side). Remove from heat and slice.
- Boil fettuccine in salted water until al dente (about 10 minutes); add broccoli florets during the last two minutes of cooking. Drain both.
- In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Sauté garlic until fragrant. Stir in heavy cream and simmer for 3-4 minutes until thickened. Add Parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper.
- Toss drained pasta and broccoli in the sauce until well coated. Top with sliced chicken and serve hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 840mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 130mg