Description
Creamy Chicken & Broccoli Fettuccine Alfredo is a comforting and delicious dish that’s perfect for any occasion. This recipe features tender chicken and vibrant broccoli enveloped in a rich, creamy sauce served over fettuccine pasta. With its quick preparation time and indulgent flavors, it’s an ideal choice for busy weeknights or family gatherings. The combination of garlic, cream, and Parmesan cheese creates an irresistible sauce that elevates the entire meal. Serve it with garlic bread or a fresh salad for a complete dining experience that your loved ones will cherish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 200 g fettuccine pasta
- 250 g chicken breast, sliced into strips
- 1 cup broccoli florets, lightly steamed
- 200 ml heavy cream
- 50 g grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper; cook until golden brown and fully cooked through. Set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat; sauté minced garlic for about 30 seconds.
- Stir in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Add grated Parmesan cheese and stir until slightly thickened.
- Toss in steamed broccoli and cooked fettuccine until well coated. Top with grilled chicken slices before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 591
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 57g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 99mg