Creamy Chicken Broccoli Alfredo Recipe Easy Comfort Food

Ingredients

• 1 pound (450g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1 tablespoon (15ml) olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon (2.5ml) garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon (1.25ml) salt
• 1/4 teaspoon (1.25ml) black pepper
• 1 medium head of broccoli, cut into florets (approximately 4 cups/400g)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 tablespoons (56g/1/2 stick) unsalted butter
• 1 cup (240ml) heavy cream
• 1/2 cup (120ml) grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
• 1/4 teaspoon (1.25ml) ground nutmeg (optional, but highly recommended!)
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
• 1 pound (450g) pasta of your choice (fettuccine, penne, or linguine work well)
• Salt for pasta water