Imagine a dish that combines tender chicken, vibrant broccoli, and a luxuriously creamy Alfredo sauce that will transport you straight to an Italian restaurant – without leaving your kitchen! This mouthwatering Chicken and Broccoli Alfredo is not just a meal, it's a culinary experience that promises to satisfy your comfort food cravings in just 30 minutes. Whether you're a busy home cook or a passionate foodie, this recipe is about to become your new go-to dinner solution that looks and tastes like it took hours to prepare.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Cuisine: Italian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup Alfredo sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Grated Parmesan cheese for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken by patting the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
- Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized cubes, ensuring they are roughly uniform in size for even cooking.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is shimmering, add the chicken cubes.
- Cook the chicken for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pieces are golden brown and cooked through with no pink remaining in the center.
- While the chicken is cooking, steam the broccoli florets in a separate pot or microwave steamer. Cook until they are bright green and tender-crisp, about 3-4 minutes.
- Remove the cooked chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate. Keep warm.
- In the same skillet, pour the Alfredo sauce and heat on medium-low, stirring occasionally to prevent burning.
- Add the steamed broccoli florets and cooked chicken to the sauce, gently stirring to coat everything evenly.
- Simmer the mixture for 2-3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together and ensure everything is heated through.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
- Serve hot, garnishing with freshly grated Parmesan cheese on top.
Tips
- Pat your chicken dry before seasoning to ensure a perfect golden-brown sear
- Cut chicken into uniform bite-sized pieces for even cooking
- Use medium-high heat when searing chicken to lock in flavor and create a beautiful color
- Don't overcook the broccoli – aim for bright green and tender-crisp texture
- Use the same skillet for chicken and sauce to capture all the delicious browned bits
- Grate fresh Parmesan cheese for garnish – it makes a world of difference in flavor
- For extra richness, you can add a splash of heavy cream to your Alfredo sauce
- Let the dish simmer for a few minutes at the end to allow flavors to fully meld together
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 380kcal
Carbohydrates: 8g
Protein: 35g
Fat: 24g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Cholesterol: 120mg
