Description
Creamy Chicken Broccoli Alfredo Pasta is a rich and satisfying one-pan meal that’s perfect for cozy dinners or easy weeknight cooking. Tender chicken, vibrant broccoli, and fettuccine come together in a silky garlic Parmesan Alfredo sauce you’ll want to pour on everything.
Ingredients
2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
8 oz fettuccine pasta
2 cups broccoli florets
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Optional: 1 teaspoon lemon zest for garnish
Instructions
1. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Cook chicken for 5–6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Set aside and slice into strips.
2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook fettuccine until al dente. Add broccoli in the last 2 minutes of boiling. Drain and set aside.
3. In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute. Pour in heavy cream and let it simmer for 3–4 minutes.
4. Stir in Parmesan cheese and whisk until smooth and creamy.
5. Add pasta and broccoli into the skillet. Toss to coat evenly in the sauce.
6. Add sliced chicken back to the pan. Heat until warmed through. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
7. Serve warm with additional Parmesan and lemon zest if desired.
Notes
Use freshly grated Parmesan for best melt and flavor. Pre-shredded varieties often contain anti-caking agents that prevent smooth sauces.
If your sauce thickens too much, loosen it with a bit of pasta water or more cream when reheating.
Don’t overcook the broccoli—adding it in the final 2 minutes keeps it crisp and green.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 625
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 145mg
Keywords: chicken Alfredo, broccoli pasta, one pan meal, creamy pasta, family dinner