Healthy Chicken and Broccoli Fettuccine Alfredo

Skinny Alfredo 

This is from Slender KitchenServings: 7

Ingredients

• 1 cup *skinny alfredo
• 1 package Fettuccini
• 1 tsp. olive oil
• 1 clove garlic
• 1/2 lb. chicken breast, cut into chunks or strips
• 1 head broccoli
• 1-2 tsp. Italian seasoning
• Salt and fresh black pepper
• Optional: red pepper flakes

Instructions

1. Bring a medium pot of salted water to a boil. Quickly parboil the broccoli for 1-2 minute and remove. Then add the pasta to the same water and cook according to package directions to to your liking. Drain.
2. Meanwhile in a saute pan, add the olive oil over medium high heat. Season the chicken with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook until no longer pink, between 5-8 minutes depending on the size.
3. Add the garlic and broccoli and cook for 1-2 more minutes.
4. Turn the heat down to low and add the skinny alfredo sauce and pasta. Once everything is warm, serve.

*Skinny Alfredo Sauce:

Servings: 8
Serving Size: 1/2 cup
Nutritional Info: 80.1 calories, 5.5g of fat, 2.2g carbohydrates, .7g dietary fiber, 5.7g of proteinWeight Watchers® PointsPlus®: 3 *

Ingredients

• 1 head cauliflower, chopped
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1/4 white onion or 2 shallots
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup fat free evaporated milk
• 1/2 – 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• Salt and fresh black pepper

Instructions

1. Bring a medium pot of salted water to a boil. Add the cauliflower and simmer for 20-25 minutes until the cauliflower is very tender.
2. In a saute pan, add the olive oil and onions. Saute over medium heat for about 7 minutes until tender. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute. Add the evaporated milk and cook for 2 minutes.
3. Add the cauliflower, onion mixture, Parmesan cheese, chicken broth, salt, and pepper to a blender. Blend until creamy and smooth.