Protein Broccoli Alfredo Recipe
You want creamy pasta that pretends to be responsible, so this Protein Broccoli Alfredo Recipe delivers comfort with a subtle health upgrade.
Because plain Alfredo feels excessive, this rich, garlicky dish adds greens, protein, and just enough balance to justify your second helping.
Protein Broccoli Alfredo Recipe
Creamy broccoli Alfredo with added protein and balanced flavor
Ingredients
- Pasta fettuccine: 250g
- Broccoli florets: 2 cups
- Chicken breast cooked, sliced: 2 cups
- Olive oil: 1 tablespoon
- Garlic minced: 3 cloves
- Heavy cream: 3/4 cup
- Milk: 1/2 cup
- Parmesan cheese grated: 1/2 cup
- Salt: 1 teaspoon
- Black pepper: 1/2 teaspoon
Instructions
- Cook pasta in salted water according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
- In the same pot, blanch broccoli for 3–4 minutes until tender, then drain.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet, sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add heavy cream, milk, and parmesan cheese, stirring until smooth and slightly thickened.
- Add cooked chicken and broccoli, mix well, then combine with pasta.
- Toss everything until evenly coated and serve warm.
Notes
Nutritional Values (per serving):
- Calories: 480
- Total Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Vitamin C: 40%
- Calcium: 25%
- Iron: 12%
- Vitamin A: 20%
- Vitamin B12: 18%
- Avoid overcooking broccoli to keep texture fresh.
- Add chili flakes for extra flavor.
- Use fresh parmesan for smoother sauce.
