Chicken Broccoli Alfredo
Creamy, comforting Chicken Broccoli Alfredo that’s easy to make and always satisfying. This one-pan meal is packed with protein, fiber, and flavor for a weeknight win.
Ingredients
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (cooked & sliced)
- 2 cups broccoli florets steamed
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta or gluten-free
- 1 tbsp butter
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package directions. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water.
- Steam broccoli until tender-crisp, then set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant.
- Add sliced chicken and stir to warm through.
- Pour in cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Slowly stir in Parmesan cheese, whisking until smooth.
- Add pasta, broccoli, and a splash of reserved pasta water if needed.
- Toss everything together until coated and heated through.
Notes
Use freshly grated cheese to avoid a grainy sauce.
Add red pepper flakes or lemon zest for brightness.
Swap chicken for shrimp or keep it vegetarian with mushrooms