Creamy Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo with Spinach & Broccoli
Creamy Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo with Spinach & Broccoli is a sumptuous dish that combines the rich flavors of tender chicken and a luscious, creamy sauce. This recipe brings together fresh broccoli and vibrant spinach for an added nutritional boost, making it not only delicious but also a wholesome option for dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into strips
- 5 slices turkey bacon, chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup broccoli florets
Instructions
- Cook fettuccine in boiling salted water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chicken strips and cook for 5-7 minutes until browned and cooked through. Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, add turkey bacon and cook until crispy. Stir in minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute.
- Pour in heavy cream while stirring continuously; add Parmesan cheese until melted. Season with salt and black pepper.
- Toss cooked fettuccine, chicken, spinach, and broccoli into the sauce until well-coated. Serve hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 670
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 120mg