This easy Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo features a rich homemade Alfredo sauce flavored with garlic and shredded Parmesan, paired with tender chicken and fresh broccoli. With just 10 ingredients, it comes together in about 20 minutes—perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a cozy meal for two.
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- Why I love this recipe
- Expert Tips
- Recipe FAQs
- Reader Comments
- Process shots for Chicken and Broccoli Fettuccine Alfredo
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Why I love this recipe
The homemade Alfredo sauce in this Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo is creamy and satisfying without being complicated. It’s a simple, delicious pasta dish that works for lunch, weeknight dinner, or an intimate date-night meal. Serve it with garlic bread or a light salad to round out the plate.
For a small dessert to follow, consider a citrus pie or a simple single-serve cake.
Expert Tips
You can swap boneless skinless chicken breasts for boneless thighs if you prefer more juiciness. Rotisserie chicken is also an easy option—add it with the broccoli at the end so it warms through without drying out.
Any pasta shape will work if you don’t have fettuccine on hand—penne, linguine, or bow ties are good alternatives.
Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 4–5 days. Reheat gently on the stove with a splash of milk to revive the sauce.
Recipe FAQs
This version uses cream cheese to add extra richness. For more flavor or heat, try red pepper flakes, a pinch of cayenne, Italian seasoning, dried oregano or thyme, onion powder, or white pepper.
Yes. If using rotisserie chicken, stir it in during the step when you add the broccoli so it heats through with the sauce.
Reader Comments
John B. – Tried this recipe tonight and it’s a winner. Thanks for another super-easy and tasty dinner—perfect for two without lots of leftovers.
Mindy – Cooking for two has been easier thanks to your recipes. This one is a favorite!
Process shots for Chicken and Broccoli Fettuccine Alfredo
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Equipment
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Cutting Board with Juice Grooves
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3 Quart Large Saucepan
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Colander
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12″ high-sided skillet
Ingredients
- 6 ounces boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 4 ounces cream cheese (room temperature)
- 3 Tablespoons unsalted butter
- ½ cup whole milk (or heavy cream)
- ¼ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- ½ teaspoon jarred minced garlic (or garlic powder)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 cup fresh broccoli
- 4 ounces fettuccine noodles (or other pasta)
Instructions
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Dice the chicken into bite-sized cubes on a cutting board and season with salt and pepper.
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Cut the cream cheese into large cubes so it melts evenly.
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Chop the broccoli into bite-sized florets.
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Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the fettuccine according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
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Meanwhile, in a large skillet sprayed with nonstick spray or lightly oiled, cook and stir the chicken until cooked through, about 5 minutes.
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Add the cream cheese cubes and butter to the pan, stirring until they melt and combine with the juices.
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Pour in the milk, stir in the Parmesan, garlic, salt and pepper, and cook, stirring, for about 3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
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Add the broccoli and cook over medium heat for 5 minutes until tender-crisp.
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Toss in the cooked fettuccine and stir until everything is heated through, about 2 minutes. Serve immediately and enjoy.
Notes
- Boneless chicken thighs work well as a substitute, and rotisserie chicken can be added at the end to save time.
- Swap other pasta shapes for fettuccine if you prefer.
Storage instructions
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 4–5 days. Reheat gently with a splash of milk if the sauce has thickened.
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