Description
Chicken Broccoli Alfredo Pasta is the ultimate comfort dish that delivers a heavenly blend of tender chicken, vibrant broccoli, and creamy pasta. This easy-to-make recipe transforms simple ingredients into a delightful meal that’s perfect for family gatherings or cozy weeknights. With each bite, you’ll experience a rich, velvety sauce that wraps around the pasta and fills your home with delicious aromas.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs), diced
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: Chop broccoli into small florets and dice chicken.
- Cook the chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, sauté until golden brown (6-8 minutes).
- Add garlic and broccoli: Stir in minced garlic and broccoli florets; cook until fragrant and broccoli brightens (3-4 minutes).
- Make the Alfredo sauce: Pour in heavy cream, bring to a simmer, then gradually add Parmesan cheese while whisking until smooth.
- Cook pasta: Boil pasta according to package instructions until al dente; drain and reserve some pasta water.
- Toss everything together: Combine drained pasta with the creamy mixture in the skillet, adding reserved pasta water as needed to reach desired consistency.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 2 cups)
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 790mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Feel free to substitute broccoli with spinach or add sun-dried tomatoes for extra flavor. A sprinkle of red pepper flakes can enhance the dish's taste.