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stovetop Chicken Broccoli Alfredo

Simple Stovetop Chicken Broccoli Alfredo (Healthy + One Pan)

This healthy stovetop chicken broccoli alfredo is a one-pan, high-protein dinner that’s perfect for meal prep. Creamy, lighter Alfredo sauce made with Greek yogurt and cottage cheese—ready in under 30 minutes.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course dinner, Main Course
Cuisine 30 minute meal, healthy recipes, meal prep
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

Chicken & Veggies

  • 1-1½ lbs chicken breast small diced
  • 3-4 cups broccoli florets small
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt & pepper to taste
  • ½ tsp garlic powder

Optional

  • 8 oz pasta cooked separately (recommended for meal prep)

Healthier Alfredo Sauce

  • 1 cup Greek yogurt 2% or whole
  • ½ cup blended cottage cheese or more yogurt
  • ¾ cup milk almond milk or Fairlife both work well
  • ¾ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • Optional: tiny pinch nutmeg
  • Blend everything except parmesan then stir parmesan in at the end.

Let's Make It
 

  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add diced chicken and season lightly with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  • Cook 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until just cooked through.
  • Add broccoli directly to the pan with the chicken.
  • Cover and cook 3–4 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp.
  • (Add a small splash of water if needed to steam.)
  • Reduce heat to low.
  • Add cooked pasta (if using) and prepared Alfredo sauce.
  • Stir gently until everything is coated and warmed through.
  • Do not let the sauce boil — low and slow keeps it creamy.
  • Optional cozy finish:
  • Add a splash of milk to loosen
  • Sprinkle mozzarella on top and cover 1–2 minutes to melt
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