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Chicken Broccoli Alfredo
Chicken Broccoli Alfredo is a simple, easy, and delicious 30-minute meal the entire family will love. A perfect busy weeknight dinner.
Servings 10 servings
Calories 409kcal
Ingredients
- 16 ounces large pasta shells
- 1/4 cup butter
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 1/2 cups low-fat milk
- 1 1/3 cups parmesan cheese freshly grated
- 3/4 cup romano cheese freshly grated
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 cups cooked broccoli florets
- 2 cups cooked chicken I use a rotisserie chicken
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package directions. Rinse with cool water and set aside.
- Melt butter in a medium sauce pan over medium-high heat. Add garlic and cook for 1 minutes, stirring so it doesn't burn.
- Add flour and whisk to combine. Cook for 1 minute, allowing to thicken and turn a light golden brown.
- Slowly whisk in chicken broth and the milk until it is combined and smooth. Simmer for 2-3 minutes or until it begins to thicken.
- Stir in parmesan and romano cheeses until melted and smooth, then season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Add pasta, chicken, broccoli, and mozzarella to the sauce and stir until the cheese is melted and everything is heated through.
- Serve topped with parmesan and chopped parsley if desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition
Serving: 1cup | Calories: 409kcal | Carbohydrates: 41g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 61mg | Sodium: 583mg | Potassium: 335mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 549IU | Vitamin C: 17mg | Calcium: 367mg | Iron: 2mg