Here’s your full, detailed recipe for 🍝 Creamy Chicken Alfredo Fettuccine with Broccoli 🧄🧀🥦 — a rich, comforting pasta dish loaded with juicy chicken, crisp-tender broccoli, and a silky garlic-Parmesan Alfredo sauce.
🍽 Creamy Chicken Alfredo Fettuccine with Broccoli
⭐ Overview:
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Servings: 4
- Difficulty: Easy
- Cuisine: Italian-American
🧂 Ingredients
🍗 For the Chicken:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (sliced thinly)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon Italian seasoning
🍝 For the Pasta:
- 8 oz (225 g) fettuccine noodles
- 1 ½ cups broccoli florets
- Salt for boiling water
🧄 For the Alfredo Sauce:
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ¾ cup whole milk
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional, adds depth)
- Salt and pepper to taste
🧀 Garnish:
- Extra Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley (chopped)
🔪 Instructions
Step 1: Cook the Pasta and Broccoli
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Add fettuccine noodles and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
- During the last 2 minutes of boiling, add broccoli florets to the same pot.
- Drain both pasta and broccoli, reserving ½ cup of the pasta water. Set aside.
Step 2: Cook the Chicken
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Add to the skillet and cook for 4–5 minutes per side, until golden and cooked through.
- Remove from the pan and set aside on a plate.
Step 3: Make the Alfredo Sauce
- In the same skillet, melt 3 tablespoons butter over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and milk, stirring constantly.
- Simmer for 2–3 minutes, then whisk in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg (if using).
Step 4: Combine Everything
- Add cooked chicken, broccoli, and fettuccine to the skillet with the sauce.
- Toss everything together over low heat until well coated.
- If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of reserved pasta water for a silky texture.
Step 5: Serve
- Plate the creamy pasta and top with extra Parmesan and chopped parsley.
- Serve immediately while hot.
💡 Chef’s Tips
- Use freshly grated Parmesan — it melts smoother than pre-shredded cheese.
- For extra richness, stir in 1 tablespoon of cream cheese while making the sauce.
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes if you like a little heat.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days — reheat gently with a splash of milk or cream.
🍷 Perfect Pairings
- Drink: A glass of Chardonnay or sparkling lemon water.
- Side: Garlic bread or a simple green salad.
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