Creamy Chicken & Broccoli Fettuccine Alfredo
Creamy Chicken & Broccoli Fettuccine Alfredo is the ultimate comfort food that combines rich flavors and vibrant ingredients. This dish features tender chicken strips, fresh broccoli, and a creamy Alfredo sauce that clings perfectly to fettuccine pasta. Ideal for both cozy family dinners and more formal gatherings, this recipe is quick to prepare and sure to impress. With its delightful balance of protein and vegetables, it delivers not only on taste but also on nutrition, making it a favorite in your meal rotation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 200 g fettuccine pasta
- 250 g chicken breast, sliced into strips
- 1 cup broccoli florets, lightly steamed
- 2 tbsp butter
- 200 ml heavy cream
- 50 g Parmesan cheese, grated
- 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 cooked through; set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Stir in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer; add Parmesan cheese until the sauce thickens.
- Mix in the steamed broccoli and cooked fettuccine, ensuring everything is well coated in the sauce before serving topped with grilled chicken.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg