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Creamy Chicken Broccoli Alfredo with Cauliflower Sauce

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A quick and comforting chicken broccoli alfredo made with a silky, creamy cauliflower sauce that is lighter and healthier than traditional Alfredo.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
  • 1 small head cauliflower (about 3 cups chopped), steamed or boiled until tender
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 1 cup low sodium chicken broth
  • ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • ½ cup milk (whole or 2%, or unsweetened almond/oat milk for dairy-free)
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes

Instructions

  1. Chop cauliflower into florets and steam or boil until very tender, about 10-12 minutes. Drain and set aside to cool slightly.
  2. Transfer the cooked cauliflower to a blender or food processor. Add ½ cup chicken broth, ½ cup milk, minced garlic, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy, about 1-2 minutes. Set aside.
  3. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chopped chicken breast, season lightly with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Cook, stirring occasionally, until golden and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Remove chicken and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, add a touch more olive oil if needed. Toss in the chopped onion and broccoli florets. Cook until broccoli is bright green and slightly tender but still crisp, about 4-5 minutes. Stir frequently to avoid burning.
  5. Lower heat to medium-low. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the broccoli and onions. Pour in the cauliflower sauce and stir gently to coat everything evenly.
  6. Sprinkle the grated Parmesan over the mixture and stir until melted and well combined, about 2 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning with extra salt, pepper, or red pepper flakes.
  7. Let the dish simmer on low heat for 3-4 minutes to thicken the sauce and meld flavors. If sauce gets too thick, add a splash of chicken broth or milk.
  8. Serve warm, optionally garnished with freshly chopped parsley or extra Parmesan.

Notes

Steam cauliflower just until tender to avoid watery sauce. Blend sauce while cauliflower is warm for smooth texture. Avoid overcrowding chicken in pan to get a golden crust. Adjust seasoning after adding Parmesan as it is salty. If sauce separates, whisk or blend briefly to fix.

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Keywords: chicken alfredo, cauliflower sauce, broccoli, creamy sauce, healthy alfredo, low carb, quick dinner, easy recipe

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