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One Pot Chicken Broccoli Alfredo
Instructions
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Season diced chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and dried basil.
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Heat 2 tbsp butter and olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chicken and cook until browned on all sides. Remove and set aside.
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In the same pot, melt remaining 2 tbsp butter. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
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Add dry pasta and stir to coat in garlic butter.
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Pour in chicken stock and bring to a simmer. Season with the same spices used on the chicken.
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Add heavy cream and stir. Cook for 8–10 minutes, until pasta is nearly done.
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Add broccoli to the pot and continue cooking until broccoli is tender and pasta is fully cooked.
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Return the cooked chicken to the pot. Stir in Parmesan, mozzarella, and cream cheese until melted and combined.
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Adjust seasoning as needed and serve with additional Parmesan and black pepper.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Cheese Melting Magic 🧀Remove the pot from heat before adding cheese to prevent breaking and ensure a smooth, creamy sauce with perfect texture.
- Pasta Water Precision 💧Control the sauce consistency by keeping extra chicken stock or pasta water on hand to adjust thickness if needed during cooking.
- Broccoli Timing Technique 🥦Add broccoli florets 3-4 minutes before pasta is fully cooked to ensure they're tender-crisp and retain their vibrant green color.
- Chicken Seasoning Secret 🔪Create a dry rub by mixing garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper for maximum flavor penetration before cooking.
- One-Pot Layering Trick 🥘Brown chicken first, then use the same pan's fond to build deeper flavor when sautéing garlic and creating the sauce base.
Recipe Facts
Diet at a Glance
Low Sugar
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Smart Nutrition 
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Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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