Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken Alfredo with Spinach & Broccoli
Indulge in a comforting bowl of Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken Alfredo with Spinach & Broccoli, a delightful dish that’s perfect for family dinners or cozy gatherings. This recipe features tender chicken breast enveloped in a rich garlic butter sauce, paired with vibrant spinach and crisp broccoli for added nutrition. While the original recipe calls for crispy turkey bacon, we’ve swapped it out to keep things wholesome and delicious. Easy to prepare and incredibly flavorful, this creamy pasta dish is sure to please everyone at the table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- Black pepper
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt half of the butter. Season sliced chicken breast with salt and pepper, then cook until browned and cooked through (about 7-10 minutes). Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add remaining butter and minced garlic; sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute). Add spinach and broccoli; cook until tender.
- Return cooked chicken to the skillet, combine all ingredients, and adjust seasoning with black pepper if desired.
- Serve over your choice of pasta, topped with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 43g
- Cholesterol: 130mg