Creamy Garlic Chicken Alfredo with Broccoli
Creamy Garlic Chicken Alfredo with Broccoli is the ultimate comfort food, blending tender chicken pieces and vibrant broccoli in a rich, garlic-infused sauce. This dish is perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, delivering satisfying flavors without spending hours in the kitchen.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 8 oz fettuccine or pasta of choice
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine in salted boiling water until al dente, then drain.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil and sauté seasoned chicken until browned (5-7 minutes). Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, sauté garlic for 30 seconds. Add heavy cream and chicken broth; simmer. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Add broccoli; cook for about 4 minutes until tender.
- Combine cooked chicken and drained pasta with the sauce; toss gently to coat and heat through.
- Serve hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 100mg