Watch: How to make Chicken Alfredo with Broccoli
Chicken Broccoli Pasta Ingredients
The star of this Chicken Alfredo with Broccoli is the homemade Alfredo Sauce; store-bought versions don’t even compare. While most Alfredo sauces are made with only 3 ingredients, which means they are lacking in both flavor and texture, this recipe includes extra seasonings, cream cheese and chicken broth to make it ultra-creamy without feeling as heavy – AKA more delicious. Here’s the breakdown of what you’ll need (full recipe in the printable recipe card at the bottom of the post):
The Chicken, Broccoli and Pasta
THE Alfredo Sauce
How to Make Chicken Alfredo with Broccoli
You’ll be amazed at how quickly this Broccoli Chicken Alfredo comes together! The basic steps for this recipe include searing cubed chicken until golden, cooking the pasta al dente, and preparing a simple whisk-together and simmer Alfredo sauce. I’ve given detailed instructions in the recipe card at the bottom of this post, but here’s an overview of the recipe:
Step 1: Make the Pasta & Broccoli
Cook the broccoli florets in a large pot of salted water for 2 minutes. Remove with a sieve/slotted spoon and place the broccoli in an ice bath or run cold water overtop to stop it from cooking. Add the pasta to the same boiling pot of water and cook al dente according to package directions.
Step 2: Cook the Chicken
Cube the chicken, then while it’s still on the cutting board, season with salt, pepper, and paprika. Heat a little olive oil in a large saucepan or braiser (this is the exact one I use) over medium-high heat; cook the chicken until golden and cooked through.
Step 3: Make the Homemade Alfredo Sauce
Melt the butter in the chicken drippings, then add the garlic and red pepper flakes and sauté for 30 seconds. Whisk in the broth/cornstarch mixture, heavy cream, cream cheese, and all of the seasonings. Reduce the heat and cook until melted and smooth. Add the grated Parmesan cheese a handful at a time, whisking until smooth in between each addition. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer and continue to cook until it starts to thicken and the Parmesan is completely melted.
Step 4: Combine and Serve
Add the chicken and broccoli to the Alfredo sauce, followed by the penne and stir to combine. Taste and season with additional freshly cracked salt and pepper to taste.
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