Description
Enjoy a lighter twist on a classic comfort dish with this Healthy Chicken Alfredo with Broccoli recipe. Tender chicken, nutritious broccoli, and a creamy, flavorful alfredo sauce come together for a satisfying meal that won’t weigh you down.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken Alfredo:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into strips
- 8 ounces fettuccine or whole wheat pasta
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon flour
- 1 ½ cups low-fat milk
- ½ cup low-sodium chicken broth
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- Pinch of nutmeg (optional)
- Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta and Broccoli: Cook pasta in salted boiling water, adding broccoli for last 2-3 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- Cook the Chicken: In a skillet, cook chicken until golden. Remove and set aside.
- Make the Sauce: Sauté garlic, add flour, then slowly whisk in milk and broth. Simmer until thickened. Stir in cheese, salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
- Combine and Serve: Return chicken, pasta, and broccoli to skillet. Toss in sauce and cook until heated through. Garnish with parsley.
Notes
- Use whole wheat or gluten-free pasta as desired.
- Substitute spinach or peas for broccoli.
- Add Greek yogurt for extra creaminess.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American-Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 460 mg
- Fat: 13 g
- Saturated Fat: 4.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg
