“A Stay-At-Home Parent’s Guide to Making Chicken and Broccoli Alfredo: Deliciously Creative Results!”

Chicken and Broccoli Alfredo: A Stay-At-Home Parent’s Favorite Comfort Food

As a stay-at-home parent, I know the importance of finding quick and easy recipes that are both delicious and family friendly. One of my go-to meals for busy nights is Chicken and Broccoli Alfredo. This creamy, cheesy dish is sure to be a hit with everyone in the house. Even better, it’s ready in less than 30 minutes.

This recipe is especially meaningful to me because it brings back memories of my mother making this dish for us growing up. She would always take the extra time to make sure the chicken was cooked just right and that the broccoli was tender but not mushy. As I make this dish now with my own family, I can’t help but smile when I think of her hard work in the kitchen.

When it comes to Chicken and Broccoli Alfredo, you can make it as simple or as complicated as you like. Here I’m sharing my family’s favorite version of the recipe – one that’s sure to please even the pickiest eaters.

Ingredients:
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into cubes
1 head of broccoli, cut into florets
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup dry white wine
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
Instructions:

1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken cubes and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 5 minutes per side. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.

2. Add broccoli florets to skillet and cook until lightly browned, about 4 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute more. Pour in white wine and simmer until liquid is reduced by half, about 2 minutes.

3. Reduce heat to low and add cream, nutmeg, salt, pepper, Parmesan cheese, butter, and flour. Stir until combined and cook for 2 minutes more or until sauce is thickened.

4. Return chicken to skillet and stir to combine with sauce. Simmer for 2 minutes more or until chicken is warmed through. Serve over your favorite pasta or rice!

This delicious Chicken and Broccoli Alfredo is sure to become a weeknight staple in your home! The creamy cheese sauce pairs perfectly with the tender chicken and crisp broccoli for an irresistible flavor combination that everyone will love! Plus, it’s ready in less than 30 minutes so you can spend less time in the kitchen and more time with your family – what could be better?

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