Description

Creamy Garlic Chicken Alfredo with Broccoli & Fettuccine is a rich and comforting pasta dish that combines tender chicken strips, fresh broccoli, and fettuccine in a smooth Alfredo sauce made from butter, garlic, heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese. Perfect for a hearty weeknight dinner, this recipe is quick to prepare and packed with flavor.

Ingredients

Scale

Protein & Pasta

2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into strips
8 oz fettuccine pasta

Vegetables

2 cups broccoli florets
3 cloves garlic, minced

Dairy & Fats

2 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp unsalted butter
1 1/4 cups heavy cream
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Seasonings & Garnish

1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
Pinch of nutmeg (optional)
Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Cook Pasta and Broccoli: Cook fettuccine according to package directions, adding the broccoli florets to the boiling water during the final 3 minutes of cooking. Drain both and set aside.
Cook Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season chicken strips with salt and pepper, then add to the skillet. Cook until golden brown and fully cooked, about 6 to 8 minutes. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
Sauté Garlic: In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn.
Make Alfredo Sauce: Pour in heavy cream and bring it to a gentle simmer. Stir in Parmesan cheese and a pinch of nutmeg if using. Continue cooking and stirring until the sauce thickens slightly, about 3 to 4 minutes.
Combine Ingredients: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet along with the drained pasta and broccoli. Toss everything until evenly coated in the creamy Alfredo sauce.
Serve: Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.

Notes

You can replace broccoli with other vegetables like asparagus or spinach based on preference.
For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream, but the sauce will be less rich.
Grate fresh Parmesan cheese for best flavor and texture in the sauce.
Be careful not to overcook garlic to avoid bitterness.
This dish is best enjoyed immediately but can be reheated gently on the stovetop with a splash of cream or milk.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Italian

Keywords: Chicken Alfredo, Garlic Alfredo, Fettuccine Alfredo, Creamy Chicken Pasta, Broccoli Alfredo