Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken Alfredo with Spinach & Broccoli
Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken Alfredo with Spinach & Broccoli is a comforting and indulgent pasta dish that’s perfect for any occasion. This delightful recipe features succulent chicken simmered in a rich garlic butter sauce, complemented by the freshness of vibrant spinach and tender broccoli. Easy to prepare in under 30 minutes, it’s ideal for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. With its balance of flavor and nutrition, this creamy pasta dish promises to satisfy your cravings while keeping your meal wholesome.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, sliced into strips
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup broccoli florets
Instructions
- Season the sliced chicken breast with salt and pepper. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add half the unsalted butter. Cook the chicken strips until golden brown on both sides, approximately 5-7 minutes.
- Lower the heat to medium-low. Push the chicken to one side of the skillet and add minced garlic; sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add spinach and broccoli; cook until tender yet vibrant.
- Pour in the remaining butter, stirring until melted and all ingredients are well coated in the garlic butter sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 740mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 110mg