Description
Low Calorie Chicken Alfredo is the perfect guilt-free dish that satisfies your cravings for creamy Italian flavors without compromising your health goals. This lighter version combines tender chicken, vibrant broccoli, and a velvety garlic Alfredo sauce all while keeping it under 500 calories per serving. Quick to prepare in just 30 minutes, it’s an ideal choice for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings with family and friends. Indulge in this deliciously creamy comfort food that proves you can enjoy flavorful meals while staying on track!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8–10 ounces pasta (any shape)
- 2 medium chicken breasts
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 5–6 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup whole milk
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 ounces cream cheese
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook pasta al dente in salted water according to package instructions, adding broccoli during the last minute of cooking. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with spices and cook for 5-6 minutes on each side until done. Remove, cool briefly, and slice.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced onion in olive oil for about 3 minutes; add garlic and sauté until golden.
- Whisk in flour, then gradually add chicken stock and milk while whisking continuously until smooth.
- Bring sauce to a simmer, then stir in cream cheese and Parmesan cheese until well combined.
- Mix in cooked pasta and broccoli, topping with sliced chicken before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 496
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 105mg