Skinny Chicken Alfredo (Print-Friendly Version)
Chicken, pasta, and broccoli mixed in a lighter Alfredo sauce, ready in under 30 minutes.
# Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Chicken
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
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2 medium boneless, skinless chicken breasts, pounded flat or halved
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1/2 teaspoon paprika
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
→ Pasta and Vegetables
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8–10 ounces dried pasta, any shape
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2 cups broccoli florets
→ Alfredo Sauce
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1 cup whole milk
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5–6 cloves garlic, minced
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1/2 medium onion, minced
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1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
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1 tablespoon olive oil or unsalted butter
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3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
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1 cup chicken broth (or water)
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2 ounces cream cheese
# How to Make It:
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Toss the pasta and broccoli with the sauce to coat them well. Add the sliced or diced chicken on top. Serve hot, and feel free to garnish with more Parmesan or fresh parsley if you like.
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While the pasta cooks, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a big skillet over medium heat. Season the chicken breasts with garlic powder, paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Cook the chicken for about 5–6 minutes per side until it’s cooked through. Take it off the heat, let it rest for 5 minutes, and then slice or dice.
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Boil a big pot of salted water. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until it’s al dente. In the last minute of cooking, add the broccoli florets. Drain everything and set it aside.
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In the same skillet used for the chicken, add either 1 tablespoon of olive oil or butter along with the minced onion. Sauté the onion for about 3–5 minutes until it’s softened. Then add the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in the flour and keep stirring for about 30 seconds to lightly toast it. Gradually mix in the chicken broth and milk, whisking until it’s smooth. Bring the sauce to a simmer.
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Mix in the cream cheese and Parmesan while the sauce is simmering. Whisk until it’s really smooth and has no lumps. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
# Extra Information:
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Pounding the chicken helps it cook evenly and faster.
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Save some pasta water in case you need to thicken the sauce later.