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Pesto Chicken Alfredo with Spicy Feta Cream & Parmesan Broccoli Crunch

Pesto Chicken Alfredo with Spicy Feta Cream & Parmesan Broccoli Crunch

Bring restaurant-style flavor home with this Pesto Chicken Alfredo with Spicy Feta Cream & Parmesan Broccoli Crunch. Juicy grilled chicken, creamy pesto Alfredo pasta, and roasted parmesan-topped broccoli come together for the ultimate comfort dinner. The spicy feta cream adds a bold, tangy kick that balances the richness perfectly. This dish is perfect for weeknight dinner ideas, indulgent date nights, or when you just want quick yet impressive food ideas. It’s versatile, easy to make, and loaded with flavors that feel both comforting and gourmet at the same time. Whether you’re looking for an easy recipe, healthy snack-inspired sides, or hearty dinner ideas, this meal ticks all the boxes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine Italian-American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 720 kcal

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • saucepan
  • Baking sheet
  • Mixing Bowl

Ingredients
  

  • 2 chicken breasts or thighs
  • 12 oz fettuccine pasta
  • 3 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1.5 cups heavy cream
  • 0.25 cup pesto sauce
  • 0.5 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes
  • 0.5 tsp paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions
 

  • Season chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Heat olive oil in a skillet and sear both sides until golden brown and cooked through. Rest, then slice.
  • Cook fettuccine pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain, reserving ½ cup pasta water.
  • Toss broccoli florets with olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper. Roast at 425°F for 15–18 minutes until lightly charred. In the last few minutes, sprinkle parmesan cheese on top.
  • For the Alfredo, heat heavy cream in a saucepan, add parmesan, and stir until melted. Mix in pesto sauce and thin with reserved pasta water if needed.
  • For spicy feta cream, melt butter in a skillet with garlic and red pepper flakes. Stir in feta cheese and cream until smooth and slightly spicy.
  • Assemble by plating pasta with pesto Alfredo, topping with chicken, spooning spicy feta cream on the side, and serving with parmesan broccoli crunch. Garnish with fresh parsley.

Notes

Marinate chicken in olive oil, garlic, and herbs for 30 minutes before cooking for extra flavor. Reheat pasta with a splash of cream or milk to bring back its silky texture.

Nutrition

Calories: 720kcalCarbohydrates: 58gProtein: 42gFat: 34gSaturated Fat: 18gCholesterol: 145mgSodium: 780mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 22IUVitamin C: 48mgCalcium: 38mgIron: 16mg
Keyword chicken alfredo, comfort food ideas, easy recipe, pasta dinner, pesto pasta
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