Description
Creamy, zesty, and irresistibly satisfying—Pesto Chicken Alfredo with Spicy Feta Cream & Parmesan Broccoli Crunch is the kind of recipe that transforms a simple dinner into something special. Juicy grilled chicken is layered over rich pesto Alfredo and spicy feta cream, while roasted broccoli with a Parmesan crust adds a crunchy, cheesy sidekick. It’s packed with bold flavor, silky textures, and nourishing ingredients—perfect for an easy dinner, indulgent lunch, or creative food idea when you want something quick but elevated. Ideal for low-carb lovers, high-protein seekers, and anyone in need of bold dinner ideas or new easy recipes that seriously deliver.
Ingredients
2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 tablespoons pesto
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 head broccoli, cut into florets
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream (for Alfredo)
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese (for Alfredo)
½ cup heavy cream (for feta sauce)
⅓ cup crumbled feta cheese
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
Extra Parmesan for topping broccoli
Instructions
1. Marinate chicken breasts with pesto, salt, and pepper. Let sit for 20 minutes.
2. Grill the chicken on medium-high heat for 5–7 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F. Let rest and slice.
3. Preheat oven to 425°F. Toss broccoli with olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper. Spread on a hot baking sheet.
4. Roast broccoli for 20–25 minutes. In the last 5 minutes, sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and return to oven until melted and crisp.
5. In a small saucepan, combine heavy cream, crumbled feta, and red pepper flakes. Cook over low heat until creamy and smooth. Set aside.
6. In another saucepan, sauté garlic in olive oil, then add cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in Parmesan until smooth, then add pesto. Keep warm.
7. To assemble: spoon feta cream on a plate, top with sliced grilled chicken, drizzle with pesto Alfredo, and serve with roasted broccoli on the side.
8. Serve hot and enjoy immediately.
Notes
Use a food thermometer to ensure your chicken is cooked perfectly without drying out.
Preheat your sheet pan before roasting broccoli for that perfect crispy texture.
Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes in the feta cream depending on how spicy you want it.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilled + Roasted + Stovetop
- Cuisine: American Mediterranean Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 870mg
- Fat: 42g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 155mg
Keywords: easy dinner, pesto chicken, Alfredo recipe, healthy dinner, low carb recipe, chicken alfredo, spicy feta