Description
One-Pot Creamy Chicken Broccoli Alfredo is a comforting and delicious dish that brings together tender chicken, vibrant broccoli, and a rich Alfredo sauce, all cooked in one pot for effortless cleanup. This creamy pasta recipe features a hint of garlic and freshly grated Parmesan, making it ideal for quick weeknight dinners or special occasions. In just 35 minutes, you can create a satisfying meal that warms the heart and impresses everyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 8 oz penne or fettuccine pasta
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Freshly cracked black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by gathering everything you need.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add a splash of olive oil. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, cooking until golden brown on both sides (6-7 minutes per side). Remove from pot and set aside.
- Sauté minced garlic in the same pot until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add pasta and chicken broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until pasta is al dente (about 10 minutes).
- Stir in broccoli florets five minutes before pasta finishes cooking.
- Lower heat and mix in heavy cream and grated Parmesan until melted and creamy. Slice the rested chicken and return it to the pot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-Pot Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider marinating the chicken beforehand. - Feel free to swap in other vegetables like bell peppers or spinach for variety. - Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat gently with a splash of broth.