Description
Creamy Chicken Spinach Fettuccine with Broccoli is a comforting and delicious pasta dish that elevates your weeknight dinners. This easy-to-make recipe brings together tender chicken, savory turkey bacon, and fresh spinach in a rich Alfredo sauce, creating a satisfying meal for the whole family. The addition of broccoli not only enhances the nutrition but also adds a delightful crunch that pairs perfectly with the creamy textures. In just under 30 minutes, you can whip up this flavorful dish that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz fettuccine pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 chicken breasts, sliced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 6 strips turkey bacon, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1 1/2 cups grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 cups fresh spinach
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine in boiling salted water according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil and sauté sliced chicken breasts seasoned with salt and pepper until browned (about 5-7 minutes). Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, cook chopped turkey bacon until crispy, then add minced garlic and sauté for about a minute.
- Pour in heavy cream and milk; stir well. Gradually add grated Parmesan cheese while stirring until melted and creamy.
- Return cooked chicken to the skillet along with fettuccine pasta, Italian seasoning, and fresh spinach; toss to combine until coated in sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 120mg