Spinach-Artichoke Greek Chicken Alfredo & Crispy Parmesan Broccoli with Mushroom Basil Cream
Spinach-Artichoke Greek Chicken Alfredo & Crispy Parmesan Broccoli is a comforting and flavorful dish that combines tender chicken with a creamy Alfredo sauce, fresh spinach, and artichokes. Paired with crispy roasted broccoli, this recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing guests. With easy-to-follow steps and simple ingredients, you’ll enjoy a delightful meal that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Greek
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup artichoke hearts (drained)
- 8 oz fettuccine or linguine pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese (divided)
- 1 cup mushrooms (sliced)
- 5 basil leaves (fresh, chopped)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- 2. Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and set aside.
- 3. Season chicken with salt and pepper. In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and cook chicken for about 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove from skillet and let rest.
- 4. In the same skillet, sauté mushrooms until golden brown. Add heavy cream, spinach, artichokes, and simmer for 5 minutes until slightly thickened. Stir in half of the Parmesan until melted.
- 5. Slice rested chicken and combine with pasta in the sauce until well coated.
- 6. Toss broccoli with olive oil, salt, pepper, and remaining Parmesan; roast on a baking sheet for 15-20 minutes until crispy.
- 7. Serve creamy chicken Alfredo alongside crispy broccoli.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: - For a vegetarian option, replace chicken with chickpeas or sautéed mushrooms. - Experiment by adding sun-dried tomatoes or different herbs like dill for extra flavor.