Description
Indulge in a comforting bowl of Chicken Broccoli Alfredo that is sure to please the entire family. This delightful dish combines tender chicken, vibrant broccoli, and al dente rotini pasta enveloped in a rich, creamy Alfredo sauce that’s simple to prepare yet feels indulgent. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this recipe brings warmth and joy to your table, making it a cherished staple you’ll want to share with loved ones. With each bite, experience the harmonious blend of flavors and textures that make Chicken Broccoli Alfredo an ultimate comfort food.
Ingredients
- 10 ounces rotini pasta
- 1 1/2 cups broccoli florets
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter (divided)
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast (cut into 1-inch pieces)
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 1/4 cups heavy cream
- 3/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
Instructions
- Cook rotini pasta according to package directions in salted boiling water. In the last 3 minutes of cooking, add broccoli florets. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Add chicken pieces seasoned with salt and pepper; cook until golden brown and no longer pink inside.
- Remove chicken from the skillet and add minced garlic and Italian seasoning; sauté briefly until fragrant.
- In a separate saucepan, melt remaining butter, then pour in heavy cream and simmer gently for about 5 minutes until slightly thickened. Whisk in parmesan cheese until smooth.
- Combine cooked pasta, broccoli, and chicken into the creamy sauce; toss gently to coat evenly. Season with additional salt and pepper if needed.
- Serve garnished with chopped parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 24g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 105mg