Learn how to make a creamy Chicken and Broccoli Alfredo with this easy recipe. Featuring tender chicken, fresh broccoli, and a rich, cheesy sauce over fettuccine pasta, this dish is ready in just 30 minutes and perfect for a quick, satisfying dinner.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Servings: 4
Why Make Chicken and Broccoli Alfredo?
Chicken and Broccoli Alfredo is a quick, delicious meal that combines juicy chicken, tender broccoli, and a creamy, cheesy sauce over perfectly cooked pasta. It’s an easy recipe that comes together in just 30 minutes, making it ideal for busy weeknights or when you want something comforting but quick.
Ingredients for Chicken and Broccoli Alfredo
- 8 ounces fettuccine, uncooked
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- ¼ cup Kraft Zesty Italian Dressing
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 ⅔ cups milk
- 4 ounces Philadelphia Cream Cheese, cubed
- ¼ cup Kraft Grated Parmesan Cheese
- ½ teaspoon dried basil leaves
Directions to Make Chicken and Broccoli Alfredo
Step 1:
Cook the fettuccine according to the package instructions. In the last 2 minutes of boiling, add the broccoli florets to the pot. Drain the pasta and broccoli mixture.
Step 2:
While the pasta is cooking, heat the Kraft Zesty Italian Dressing in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is fully cooked and no longer pink.
Step 3:
Reduce the heat to medium and stir in the milk, cubed cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, and basil. Bring the sauce to a boil, stirring constantly, until it is fully blended and heated through, about 1-2 minutes.
Step 4:
Combine the cooked pasta and broccoli with the chicken and sauce mixture. Toss lightly until everything is evenly coated in the creamy Alfredo sauce. Serve and enjoy!
Expert Tips for a Perfect Alfredo Dish
- Vegetable Substitutes: You can replace broccoli with frozen peas, chopped red bell peppers, or your favorite vegetables for variety.
- Pasta Options: Use your preferred pasta, such as penne, spaghetti, or rotini, for a fun twist on the classic fettuccine Alfredo.
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)
- Calories: 511
- Total Fat: 21g (27% Daily Value)
- Saturated Fat: 10g (48% Daily Value)
- Cholesterol: 139mg (46% Daily Value)
- Sodium: 514mg (22% Daily Value)
- Total Carbohydrates: 32g (12% Daily Value)
- Dietary Fiber: 3g (12% Daily Value)
- Total Sugars: 10g
- Protein: 47g (94% Daily Value)
- Vitamin C: 51mg (57% Daily Value)
- Calcium: 259mg (20% Daily Value)
- Iron: 3mg (14% Daily Value)
- Potassium: 774mg (16% Daily Value)