This healthy take on classic chicken alfredo from Eat The Gains uses protein-rich cashews in lieu of the traditional cream for a silky, better-for-you sauce. Lean chicken gives the dish extra protein so you’ll feel full longer. It makes an excellent weeknight dinner when you’re pressed for time since it’s ready in just 20 minutes.
Chicken and Broccoli Alfredo
Ingredients
- 3 large turnips, peeled and ends removed
- 1 teaspoon avocado oil
- 1 1/2 pounds chicken breast, cut into 1/2-inch (1.27cm) cubes
- 6 cups (500g) broccoli florets
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For the alfredo sauce
- 1/2 cup (75g) + 2 tablespoons raw cashews
- 1 head garlic
- 2 tablespoons full-fat coconut milk
- 2 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 cup (240ml) + 2 tablespoons water
- Salt, to taste
Directions
Spiralize turnips and set aside.
To make the sauce, place all the ingredients into a high-powered blender and puree until smooth and creamy, about 45 seconds.
Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add avocado oil and let it heat for about 30 seconds. Add chicken and salt and cook for 3–5 minutes, stirring occasionally until browned; chicken does not have to be cooked all the way through yet. Add broccoli and season with salt and pepper; sauté for another 5 minutes. Add turnip noodles and cook for 2–3 more minutes.
Turn off the heat and top with sauce, mixing until well combined and warmed through.
Serves: 5 | Serving Size: 1/5 recipe
Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 365; Total Fat: 12g; Saturated Fat: 1g; Monounsaturated Fat: 1g; Cholesterol: 0mg; Sodium: 314mg; Carbohydrate: 26g; Dietary Fiber: 7g; Sugar: 4g; Protein: 38g
