Creamy Chicken and Broccoli Alfredo

It takes just 30 minutes to create this fresh and delicious creamy Chicken and Broccoli Alfredo recipe.

Course Pasta Recipes

Cuisine Italian

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings -6

Calories 818kcal

Author Michelle Ordever

Ingredients

1 lb 450g fettuccine noodles, cooked according to package directions*
1 rotisserie chicken meat removed and torn into bite-sized pieces
1 12-oz. bag/340g frozen broccoli florets
2 Tbsp water

For the Sauce

1 cup butter
4 cloves fresh garlic peeled and finely minced
8 oz 225g cream cheese, softened
1¼ cup half & half** single cream
½ cup chicken broth/stock
Sea salt and black pepper to taste
1 cup Parmesan cheese freshly grated
3 Tbsp fresh parsley chopped
Additional freshly grated Parmesan cheese to serve

Instructions

Prepare the broccoli by placing florets in a microwave-safe bowl with 2 tablespoons of water. Microwave on high until crisp-tender. Cooking time will vary depending on individual microwave ovens, so test after 2 minutes and adjust cooking times accordingly. When finished, drain to remove excess water. Set aside.
Add the butter and garlic to a large saucepan and set heat to medium. Sauté garlic for 1-2 minutes before adding cream cheese, half & half, and chicken broth. Continue cooking while stirring constantly until cream cheese is completely melted.
Reduce heat to low and continue stirring for about 15 minutes or until sauce thickens.
Remove from heat and stir in freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and black pepper, to taste.
Add the rotisserie chicken, steamed broccoli, and cooked fettuccine noodles to a large serving bowl. Pour the sauce on top and gently toss until thoroughly combined.
Top with chopped parsley and freshly grated Parmesan cheese and serve immediately. Enjoy!

Notes

*Tip #1: Prepare the fettuccine according to package directions while making the sauce so the noodles are still warm when ready to toss with the other ingredients.

**Tip #2: To prevent curdling, remove half & half from refrigerator when starting this recipe to give it a chance to reach room temperature before adding to the hot saucepan.

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