Description

This easy chicken broccoli Alfredo recipe is a creamy, comforting dinner perfect for busy weeknights. It features tender chicken, crisp broccoli, and a rich Alfredo sauce tossed with fettuccine or your favorite pasta. The dish comes together quickly with minimal prep, making it ideal for families or meal prepping. It’s a satisfying, one-pan meal that combines flavor and convenience effortlessly.

Ingredients

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Pasta and Vegetables

12 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
2 cups broccoli florets (fresh or frozen)

Protein

1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces

Alfredo Sauce

2 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 1/2 cups heavy cream
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Garnish

Chopped parsley

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Instructions

Cook Pasta and Broccoli: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package directions. During the last 2 minutes of cooking, add the broccoli florets to the pot. Drain pasta and broccoli and set aside.
Cook Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the bite-sized chicken pieces, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 6 to 7 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Make Alfredo Sauce: In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in the heavy cream and bring it to a gentle simmer. Stir in the Parmesan cheese and optional crushed red pepper flakes. Continue cooking for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly.
Combine Ingredients: Return the cooked chicken, pasta, and broccoli to the skillet. Toss everything together in the Alfredo sauce until everything is evenly coated and heated through.
Serve: Garnish with chopped parsley and serve warm for a creamy, satisfying meal.

Notes

For quicker preparation, substitute rotisserie chicken instead of cooking chicken breast.
To reduce richness, use half-and-half in place of heavy cream for a lighter Alfredo sauce.
Add extra vegetables like mushrooms or spinach for more nutrition and flavor variety.