Description
Creamy Chicken Broccoli Alfredo is a quick and flavorful dish featuring tender chicken, fresh broccoli, and a smooth homemade Alfredo sauce. Perfect for a cozy dinner, this recipe balances rich textures and vibrant colors to deliver a satisfying, family-friendly meal with minimal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein
- 2 boneless chicken breasts
Vegetables
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
Dairy & Fats
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Others
- 8 oz fettuccine or pasta of choice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Olive oil or additional butter for cooking chicken (about 1 tablespoon)
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat a skillet over medium heat with olive oil or butter. Cook the chicken until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per side depending on thickness. Slice into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
- Steam the broccoli: While the chicken cooks, steam broccoli florets until bright green and slightly tender but still crisp, about 4-5 minutes.
- Make the Alfredo sauce: In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. Slowly pour in the heavy cream, stirring constantly. Bring to a gentle simmer, reduce heat to low, then add grated Parmesan cheese, stirring until the sauce thickens and becomes creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Combine everything: Cook pasta according to package directions, drain, and return to pot. Toss in the cooked chicken and steamed broccoli, then pour the Alfredo sauce over the mixture. Stir gently until everything is evenly coated and heated through.
- Serve and enjoy: Serve hot, garnished with extra Parmesan or fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
- Don’t overcook the chicken to keep it juicy; slice after resting.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for better melting and flavor.
- Reserve some pasta water to loosen the sauce if needed.
- Cook broccoli al dente for vibrant color and texture contrast.
- Simmer the sauce gently to maintain creamy texture and prevent separation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 580 mg
- Fat: 35 g
- Saturated Fat: 20 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg