Creamy Chicken Alfredo Fettuccine with Broccoli Bliss
A rich and creamy pasta dish featuring tender chicken, al dente fettuccine, and fresh broccoli for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Protein
- 2 pieces boneless skinless chicken breasts
Pasta
- 8 ounces fettuccine pasta
Vegetables
- 2 cups broccoli florets
Dairy & Oils
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Seasonings
- to taste Salt
- to taste Pepper
- optional Garlic powder
Garnish
- to taste Parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil and cook chicken breasts until golden and cooked through; remove and slice.
- In the same skillet, melt butter, add heavy cream, Parmesan, salt, pepper, and garlic powder; simmer until sauce thickens.
- Add cooked chicken, broccoli, and pasta to the sauce; toss to combine and heat through.
- Garnish with parsley and serve hot.
Notes
For a lighter version, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.