Fettuccine Alfredo with Chicken and Broccoli
Fettuccine Alfredo with Chicken and Broccoli is a popular Italian-American pasta dish featuring flat fettuccine noodles tossed in a rich, creamy Parmesan cheese sauce, typically topped with sautéed chicken breast and steamed broccoli florets. It's a hearty, comforting meal that combines tender pasta, savory protein, and fresh vegetables in a velvety sauce.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in carbohydrates from the pasta, fat from the creamy Alfredo sauce (made with butter, cream, and cheese), and provides a good amount of protein from the chicken. A typical serving contains around 800-1000 calories, with significant amounts of calcium, vitamin C (from broccoli), and iron.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 750 kcal |
| Protein | 45 g |
| Carbs | 60 g |
| Fat | 35 g |
| Fiber | 5 g |
| Sugar | 4 g |
| Sodium | 950 mg |
| Calcium | 180 mg |
| Iron | 3.5 mg |
| Potassium | 650 mg |
| Vitamin A | 120 mcg RAE |
| Vitamin C | 45 mg |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.2 mcg |
| Phosphorus | 420 mg |
Per 1 plate (about 340 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
While often considered a classic Italian dish, Fettuccine Alfredo is actually an American creation inspired by a simpler Roman pasta dish. Nutritionally, it's a calorie-dense comfort food that balances indulgence with the nutritional benefits of lean protein and vegetables.
