Chicken and Broccoli Alfredo: Easy Recipe with Turkey Bacon Twist
This Chicken and Broccoli Alfredo recipe features a delicious twist with turkey bacon, making it a flavorful and healthier option for dinner.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: High Protein
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 8 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 4 strips turkey bacon
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Cook the fettuccine according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, cook the turkey bacon until crispy. Remove and crumble.
- In the same skillet, add olive oil and garlic, sautéing until fragrant.
- Add broccoli and cook for 3-4 minutes until tender.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Add the Parmesan cheese and stir until melted.
- Combine the fettuccine and crumbled bacon, mixing well with the sauce.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, then serve immediately.
Notes
- For a lighter version, you can substitute half-and-half for the heavy cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Chicken and Broccoli Alfredo, Turkey Bacon Alfredo, Easy Alfredo Recipe