Description
A lightened version of the classic Chicken Alfredo, featuring tender chicken, vibrant broccoli, and a creamy, flavorful sauce made with healthier ingredients. Perfect for a satisfying, guilt-free meal.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken and Broccoli:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced thinly
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
For the Healthy Alfredo Sauce:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or skim milk)
- 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)
- 8 oz whole wheat fettuccine (or any pasta of your choice)
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta:
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the whole wheat fettuccine according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside. - Cook the Chicken and Broccoli:
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Add the chicken to the skillet and cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until fully cooked and golden brown. Remove the chicken and set it aside. In the same skillet, add the broccoli florets and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until tender but still bright green. Set aside with the chicken. - Make the Healthy Alfredo Sauce:
In the same skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Whisk in the almond milk and chicken broth. In a small bowl, whisk the cornstarch with 1-2 tablespoons of water to create a slurry, then stir it into the skillet to help thicken the sauce. Bring the sauce to a simmer, reduce the heat, and cook for 2-3 minutes until it starts to thicken. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, Greek yogurt, and ground nutmeg (if using). Season with salt and pepper to taste. - Combine the Pasta, Chicken, and Broccoli:
Add the cooked pasta, chicken, and broccoli to the skillet with the Alfredo sauce. Toss everything together to coat evenly in the sauce. - Serve:
Serve the Healthy Chicken Alfredo with Broccoli hot, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese or fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, replace chicken with tofu or additional vegetables.
- Adjust the amount of garlic powder and onion powder based on your taste preferences.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 400 kcal
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg