Chicken and Broccoli Alfredo: A Creamy, Easy Comfort Dish
This Chicken and Broccoli Alfredo is a creamy and delicious comfort dish that’s easy to prepare.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: main dish
- Method: stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: gluten-free
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 12 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and add garlic; sauté until fragrant.
- Add the cooked chicken and broccoli; cook until heated through.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- Add the cooked fettuccine to the skillet and toss until well coated.
- Season with salt and pepper and serve immediately.
Notes
- For a lighter version, you can substitute half-and-half for the heavy cream.
- Add more vegetables like bell peppers or spinach for additional flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Chicken and Broccoli Alfredo, comfort food, creamy pasta