Description
This Mediterranean twist on Alfredo is a creamy, tangy, herb-infused dish that brings together sautéed mushrooms, fresh spinach, Greek-seasoned chicken, and crispy parmesan broccoli. It’s hearty yet balanced, perfect for easy dinners, healthy comfort food, or standout pasta dishes. Whether you’re craving food ideas for dinner or seeking an easy recipe that impresses, this hits every mark with flavor and simplicity.
Ingredients
2 chicken breasts thinly sliced
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 cloves garlic minced
1 cup artichoke hearts chopped
2 cups fresh spinach
1 cup mushrooms sliced
1 cup heavy cream
4 ounces cream cheese
1 cup Parmesan cheese shredded
1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
1/4 cup fresh basil chopped
3 cups broccoli florets
12 ounces pasta (fettuccine or penne)
Salt and pepper to taste
Zest of 1 lemon
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
Instructions
1. Slice chicken and season with oregano, thyme, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Sear in olive oil until golden and cooked through. Set aside.
2. Toss broccoli with olive oil, garlic, salt, pepper, and Parmesan. Roast at 425°F for 20 minutes until crispy.
3. Sauté mushrooms in the same pan, add garlic, then deglaze with water or broth. Stir in cream cheese and heavy cream until smooth.
4. Fold in basil and Parmesan. Add spinach and artichokes to the sauce until wilted. Return chicken and simmer gently.
5. Cook pasta until al dente. Drain, reserving 1/4 cup pasta water. Mix pasta with the sauce and chicken.
6. Plate pasta, top with crispy broccoli, and finish with more Parmesan and fresh basil. Serve hot.
Notes
For extra flavor, try adding sun-dried tomatoes or pine nuts.
Reheat leftovers with a splash of milk to revive the sauce texture.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 25
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop, Roasting
- Cuisine: Greek, Italian Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
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