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Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken Alfredo, Broccoli & Spinach

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Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken Alfredo with Broccoli & Spinach is a rich, one-pan pasta dish featuring juicy chicken, fresh vegetables, and a velvety Parmesan cream sauce. It’s hearty, comforting, and quick enough for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, sliced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 12 oz pasta (fettuccine, penne, or linguine)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning or dried herbs (optional)
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

Cook pasta according to package instructions. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside.

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced chicken and season with salt, pepper, and optional Italian seasoning. Cook until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  2. In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Add broccoli and cook for 2–3 minutes until slightly softened.
  4. Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
  5. Stir in Parmesan and whisk until sauce is smooth. Add reserved pasta water if needed to thin the sauce.
  6. Add spinach and cook until wilted, about 1–2 minutes.
  7. Return chicken and cooked pasta to the skillet. Toss until everything is well coated in the sauce.
  8. Season with additional salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes to taste.
  9. Garnish with chopped parsley and extra Parmesan before serving.

Notes

  • Use rotisserie or leftover cooked chicken to save time.
  • Substitute half-and-half for a lighter version of the sauce.
  • To make the sauce thicker, simmer longer or stir in a spoonful of cream cheese.
  • Customize with extra vegetables like mushrooms, peas, or bell peppers.
  • This dish is best served fresh but can be prepped ahead in components.

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