Creamy Chicken Alfredo with Broccoli & Fettuccine
Creamy Chicken Alfredo with Broccoli & Fettuccine is a delightful and comforting dish that brings together tender chicken, vibrant broccoli, and rich, creamy sauce enveloped around perfectly cooked fettuccine. This recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or special gatherings, making it a family favorite. With its savory garlic undertones and indulgent texture, this meal is sure to impress your loved ones. Quick to prepare and easy to customize with your favorite vegetables or proteins, Creamy Chicken Alfredo is both satisfying and nutritious.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound diced chicken breast
- 12 ounces fettuccine
- 2 cups steamed broccoli florets
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves minced garlic
- Olive oil, salt, and black pepper
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine according to package instructions in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté the seasoned diced chicken until golden brown (about 5-7 minutes). Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute). Gradually pour in heavy cream while stirring continuously for about 2-3 minutes.
- Whisk in grated Parmesan cheese until smooth, then add ground nutmeg. Combine cooked fettuccine, sautéed chicken, and steamed broccoli into the sauce, mixing until well coated.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 150mg