Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken Alfredo with Spinach &; Broccoli
Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken Alfredo with Spinach & Broccoli is a delightful one-pot dish that brings together the rich flavors of garlic butter and tender chicken with the freshness of spinach and broccoli. Ideal for busy weeknights or special occasions, this creamy pasta is not only indulgent but also packed with nutritious ingredients that the whole family will love. With a preparation time of just 10 minutes and a cooking time of 20 minutes, you can serve this comforting meal in under half an hour.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (diced)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- Turkey bacon (substitute for traditional turkey bacon)
- Cream or broth (for sauce)
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt half the butter. Add chopped turkey bacon and cook until crispy. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add diced chicken to the remaining butter. Cook until browned on all sides, then stir in minced garlic for an additional minute.
- Add broccoli florets, cooking for about 5 minutes until slightly softened. Stir in fresh spinach until wilted.
- Return cooked turkey bacon to the skillet and mix well.
- Pour in cream or broth to create a sauce, stirring over low heat until heated through and creamy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 90mg