Best 5 Chicken And Broccoli Alfredo Or Asparagus Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey with our versatile chicken and vegetable Alfredo recipes, featuring two delectable variations: chicken and broccoli Alfredo and chicken and asparagus Alfredo. These creamy and flavorful dishes are perfect for any occasion, whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply seeking a comforting weeknight meal. With easy-to-follow instructions and a symphony of flavors, these recipes will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CHICKEN AND BROCCOLI ALFREDO RECIPE BY TASTY



Chicken and Broccoli Alfredo Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: salt, penne pasta, broccoli floret, olive oil, boneless, skinless chicken breasts, pepper, butter, garlic, heavy cream, salt, nutmeg, black pepper, grated parmesan cheese, red pepper flake

Provided by Hector Gomez

Categories     Dinner

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

salt, to taste
8 oz penne pasta
2 cups broccoli floret
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed
pepper, to taste
¼ cup butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon nutmeg
¼ teaspoon black pepper
1 ½ cups grated parmesan cheese, plus extra for garnish
red pepper flake, to garnish

Steps:

  • Bring a quart (950 ML) of water in a large pot to a boil over high heat, and salt to taste.
  • Cook pasta for 8 minutes, or until slightly underdone.
  • Add broccoli to pasta and simmer for 4 minutes with the lid on.
  • Strain the pasta and broccoli in a colander, and run cold water over to prevent the broccoli from over cooking.
  • Heat the olive oil in the pot over medium-high heat, and add the chicken. Season the chicken with season salt and pepper.
  • Once the chicken is cooked through, remove it from the pot and set aside.
  • Add the butter to the pot, and melt it. Once butter is fully melted, add in garlic and stir continuously for 10 seconds.
  • Add the heavy cream, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Stir often, and cook until sauce starts to bubble slightly.
  • Once the sauce is bubbling and begins to cook down, add in Parmesan cheese and stir until the sauce thickens.
  • Add in the cooked chicken, pasta, and broccoli, and stir until fully combined.
  • Top with Parmesan cheese or red chili flakes.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 828 calories, Carbohydrate 50 grams, Fat 54 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 43 grams, Sugar 4 grams

CHICKEN ALFREDO WITH MUSHROOMS AND ASPARAGUS



Chicken Alfredo with Mushrooms and Asparagus image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 39m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 (8-ounce) package sliced fresh white mushrooms
1 cup fresh or frozen chopped onion (about 1 medium-large yellow onion)
1 small garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram, crumbled
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme, crumbled
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 (10-ounce) package carved, fully cooked chicken breast
1 (10-ounce) package prepared alfredo sauce (from the refrigerator counter; use light or reduced-fat, if you like)
1/4 cup dry Marsala, Sherry, or white wine
1 (9-ounce) package frozen asparagus cuts (do not thaw but do separate into individual pieces)
3 cups Al Dente Make-Ahead Rice, reheated, recipe follows
2 quarts water
4 cups uncooked converted white rice (no substitute)

Steps:

  • Heat oil in large, heavy skillet over moderate heat 2 minutes. Add mushrooms, onion, garlic, marjoram, thyme, and pepper and cook, stirring often, until the juice released from the mushrooms evaporates, about 5 minutes.
  • Add chicken, alfredo sauce, and wine; adjust heat so mixture bubbles gently, then cook, stirring frequently and breaking up chicken, until steaming, about 3 minutes.
  • Add asparagus, distributing evenly over surface of mixture, cover and cook just until crisp-tender, 2 to 3 minutes; no longer or asparagus will become mushy.
  • Make a bed of rice on heated deep platter, spoon chicken mixture on top, and serve.
  • Bring water to rapid boil in large (at least 4 1/2-quart), heavy saucepan over high heat.
  • Add rice, stir well, and then return to rapid boil. Adjust heat so water stays at gentle but steady ripple and cook uncovered until all water is absorbed, about 20 minutes. Do not stir.
  • Fluff rice gently with fork and cool 1 hour. Do not cover.
  • Fluff rice gently again, then spoon lightly, do not pack, into plastic storage containers, snap on lids, label, and date. Set in refrigerator or freezer.
  • To reheat refrigerated or frozen rice, pile rice in large fine sieve, fork lightly apart and balance sieve in top of large, heavy saucepan over 2-inches boiling water. Cover loosely with lid or foil and steam until just heated through, 3 to 5 minutes, but times will vary according to amount of rice being reheated and whether it's refrigerated or frozen. Fluff with fork and serve.
  • Yield: 16 cups

CHICKEN AND BROCCOLI STIR-FRY



Chicken and Broccoli Stir-Fry image

This simple weeknight stir-fry is comforting and satisfying. The broccoli stems are used to add textural contrast and also to help bulk up the dish, and why waste them?

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 27m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 pound chicken breast (about 2 breasts), cubed
3 scallions, whites only, thinly sliced on a bias
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon dark sesame oil
1 tablespoon dry sherry
1 tablespoon soy sauce
2 cloves garlic, minced
1-inch piece peeled fresh ginger, minced
1 tablespoon, plus 1 teaspoon cornstarch
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
About 1/3 cup water
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
5 to 6 cups broccoli florets and sliced stalks (keep the 2 cuts separate)
3/4 to 1 teaspoon red chili flakes, optional
1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
Ttoasted sesame seeds, for serving, optional
Jasmine rice, for serving, optional

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, toss the chicken with the scallion whites, sugar, sesame oil, sherry, soy sauce, about half the garlic, half the ginger, 1 teaspoon of the cornstarch and 1 teaspoon salt. Marinate at room temperature for 15 minutes. Mix the remaining 1 tablespoon cornstarch with 1/3 cup water in a small bowl and reserve.
  • Heat a large nonstick skillet over high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of the vegetable oil and heat. Add the broccoli stems and stir-fry for 30 seconds. Add the florets and the remaining garlic and ginger, 2 tablespoons water, 1/4 teaspoon salt and some black pepper. Stir-fry until the broccoli is bright green but still crisp, about 2 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
  • Get the skillet good and hot again, and then heat the remaining 2 tablespoons vegetable oil. Add the chicken and red pepper flakes if using. Stir-fry until the chicken loses its raw color and gets a little brown, about 3 minutes. Add the hoisin sauce, return the broccoli to the pan and toss to heat through. Stir in the reserved cornstarch mixture and bring to a boil to thicken. Add more water if need to thin the sauce, if necessary. Taste and season with salt and pepper, if you like.
  • Mound the stir-fry on a serving platter or divide among 4 plates and garnish with sesame seeds; serve with rice.

CHICKEN AND BROCCOLI ALFREDO



Chicken and Broccoli Alfredo image

Linguini is mixed with pieces of tender chicken and broccoli flowerets and coated with a rich, satiny Alfredo sauce featuring Campbell's® Condensed Cream of Mushroom Soup to make a quick and fabulous dish.

Provided by Campbell's Kitchen

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Campbell's Kitchen

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

½ (16 ounce) package linguine
1 cup fresh or frozen broccoli flowerets
2 tablespoons butter
1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast, cut into cubes
1 (10.75 ounce) can Campbell's® Condensed Cream of Mushroom Soup (Regular, 98% Fat Free or 25% Less Sodium)
½ cup milk
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Cook linguine according to package directions. Add broccoli for last 4 minutes of cooking time. Drain.
  • Heat butter in skillet. Cook chicken until browned, stirring often.
  • Add soup, milk, cheese, black pepper and linguine mixture and heat through. Serve with additional Parmesan cheese.

CHICKEN BROCCOLI ALFREDO



Chicken Broccoli Alfredo image

A creamy, comforting dinner that goes from stovetop to table in under an hour? Don't mind if we do! Four of our favorite dinnertime ingredients come together in this chicken broccoli Alfredo pasta dish-versatile chicken breast, family-friendly broccoli, always-on-hand pasta and a homemade Alfredo sauce that comes together in a snap.

Provided by Christy Denney

Categories     Entree

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

Fettuccine or other favorite pasta, cooked according to package directions
1 to 2 cups fresh chopped broccoli, cooked and hot
1/2 cup (1 stick) butter
1/2 teaspoon (1 clove) minced garlic
2 cups heavy cream
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
2 to 3 cooked chicken breasts, diced

Steps:

  • Cook fettuccine according to package directions adding broccoli last 3 minutes, drain. Set aside.
  • Meanwhile, melt butter in medium saucepan over medium heat. Add minced garlic with the butter. Add cream, garlic powder, and pepper.
  • Simmer, uncovered, for 10 to 12 minutes or until thick, stirring frequently. Trust me, it will thicken. When sauce has reached desired consistency, stir in Parmesan cheese.
  • Add cooked chicken to Alfredo sauce and heat through. Serve over hot, cooked fettuccine and broccoli.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 670, Carbohydrate 5 g, Cholesterol 245 mg, Fat 11, Fiber 0 g, Protein 22 g, SaturatedFat 38 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 280 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 2 1/2 g

Tips:

  • Mise en place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all of your ingredients and equipment ready to go. This will help you stay organized and avoid any mishaps.
  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: The quality of your ingredients will greatly impact the flavor of your dish. Whenever possible, use fresh, seasonal produce and high-quality meats and cheeses.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: When cooking chicken or vegetables, don't overcrowd the pan. This will prevent them from cooking evenly and will result in soggy, undercooked food.
  • Season your food well: Don't be afraid to season your food with salt and pepper. Salt helps to enhance the flavor of other ingredients, and pepper adds a bit of spice. You can also add other seasonings, such as garlic powder, onion powder, or dried herbs, to taste.
  • Cook the pasta al dente: When cooking pasta, cook it al dente, or slightly firm to the bite. This will prevent it from becoming mushy when you add it to the sauce.
  • Use a good quality Alfredo sauce: If you're using store-bought Alfredo sauce, choose a good quality brand. Look for a sauce that is made with real cream and cheese, and avoid sauces that are made with artificial ingredients.
  • Garnish your dish: Before serving, garnish your dish with fresh herbs, grated Parmesan cheese, or a drizzle of olive oil. This will add a pop of color and flavor to your dish.

Conclusion:

Chicken and broccoli Alfredo is a classic pasta dish that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. This recipe is for a creamy and flavorful Alfredo sauce that is made with real cream and cheese. The chicken and broccoli are cooked until tender and then tossed with the Alfredo sauce and pasta. This dish can be served with a side salad or garlic bread for a complete meal.

Asparagus Alfredo is a lighter and more delicate version of chicken and broccoli Alfredo. This recipe uses fresh asparagus and a white wine Alfredo sauce. The asparagus is cooked until tender and then tossed with the Alfredo sauce and pasta. This dish is perfect for a spring or summer meal.

Whether you're in the mood for a classic comfort food dish or a lighter and more delicate meal, chicken and broccoli Alfredo or asparagus Alfredo are both great options. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a delicious and satisfying meal that the whole family will love.

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