Best Cajun Chicken Alfredo with Broccoli, Quick Chicken Pasta Recipe | How to make Chicken Alfredo

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast provides a cheesy flavor with fewer calories

chicken breast

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: tofu

Chicken thighs are juicier and cheaper than breasts, while tofu is a plant-based option.

fettuccine

🥗Healthier: whole wheat pasta

💰Cheaper: spaghetti

Whole wheat pasta adds fiber, while spaghetti is often less expensive.

Cook the fettuccine noodles according to package instructions until al dente.

In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.

Add the minced onion and garlic to the skillet and sauté until fragrant.

Season the chicken thighs with Cajun spice, garlic powder, dried basil, and salt.

Add the seasoned chicken thighs to the skillet and cook until browned and cooked through.

Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the skillet and set aside.

In the same skillet, add the broccoli florets and sauté until tender.

Pour in the heavy cream and stir in the better than bouillon chicken flavor, bringing it to a simmer.

Add the cooked fettuccine and chicken back into the skillet, tossing everything together until well combined.

Cooking Techniques

Spice Level:

Allergens