Hello. So easy to make!! 2 Tbsp grated Parmesan Are you kidding? Right away. Even if dinner runs a little bit later than planned, you’ll have no worries, because every part of this meal will stay perfect until ready to be served. Season with salt, if it needs it. If you try flipping it when it’s not browned yet, it will stick to the skillet and tear if you try to force it, so resist the urge. It makes the time you spend in the kitchen so much easier. Keep warm. Post was not sent - check your email addresses! The easy way to make healthier comfort foods. ★☆ That’s great, Olga. I also like to add some garlic powder and ground black pepper for extra flavor. Stir in the chicken. Meanwhile, cut the broccoli into florets. Add some of the pasta water if you want to thin out the sauce. This healthy twist will be a hit at any family table. I wouldn’t recommend reheating it the next day, (although it can be done) but you can easily reheat it within a few hours and the sauce will still be just as smooth and silky. Very yummy. Set the chicken aside and cover to keep it warm. All Rights Reserved. Julienne the bell pepper. Add the Parmesan cheese and whisk until it melts too. The result is one of the world's finest cheeses, at turns salty, nutty, and sweet. I like how you add cream cheese to sauce. Cut the chicken into strips and serve with the broccoli and peppers over the pasta. Add the broccoli and cook for 3 to 4 minutes. Slowly whisk in the milk to prevent any lumps from forming. 8 oz cremini mushrooms, sliced Cook for 5 minutes, or until the vegetables have lightly caramelized. ★☆ Whisk in the flour. Sometimes I add fresh mushrooms to it; It is so versatile, and we love it. Cook for 1 minute. Garnish with more Parmesan cheese and fresh minced parsley. For the sauce, combine the butter, cream cheese and heavy cream in a medium pot. Chicken and Vegetable Pasta Alfredo has been a family favorite for years. This is a delicious dish and still healthy in its own right. 12 oz whole-wheat fettuccine. Use the same skillet that you used to cook the chicken. Pour in about 1/4 cup water or broth. Love your recipes and now am actually enjoying cooking thanks to you Olga. Add some of the pasta water if you want to thin out the sauce. You can also use rotisserie chicken or grilled chicken for this recipe. Don’t boil, otherwise the sauce may separate. I also like to add some garlic powder for extra flavor. Prep all your ingredients first. Add the mushrooms and tomatoes. Alfredo On The Lighter Side I love chicken alfredo but I can't eat all the calories that it affords. So happy to hear that you enjoy this recipe. That’s great, Helen! Cover the skillet, reduce heat to medium and cook for about 3 minutes, until the broccoli softens. 1⁄2 Tbsp olive oil I referenced you in my assignment too. Cook for about 5 minutes over medium high heat, then turn the chicken over, lower the heat to medium-low, cover the skillet and cook until the chicken is cooked through. I can use any veggies or protein I have on hand. Here are vegetables that pair really well with Alfredo Pasta: Spinach, kale, zucchini, cauliflower, carrots, mushrooms, peas, asparagus, grape or cherry tomatoes. Pour in about 1/4 cup water or broth. Scrape the bottom of the skillet to deglaze the skillet. EatThis.com is part of the AllRecipes Food Group. If you’re not serving the meal immediately, you can reheat the Alfredo sauce on low heat. Hi Inessa, Just wanted to say thank you for this recipes, I’m doing it for my assignment as university. I will often sprinkle some dry herbs and my favorite chicken seasoning mix on top of the chicken for extra flavor. Nutrition: Braised tomatoes and eggplant make for a unique pasta side. Cook until the broccoli and peppers are as tender as you like them. My boys love it!