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Creamy Fusion Chicken Alfredo Curry Skillet with Garlic Butter, Crispy Bacon, and Broccoli

  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs chicken breast, sliced into bite-sized pieces
  • 6 slices bacon, chopped
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 tablespoon curry powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 12 oz fettuccine pasta
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • Optional: red pepper flakes for extra heat

Instructions

  1. Cook the fettuccine pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain and set aside.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and cook the chopped bacon until crispy. Remove the bacon and set aside, leaving the bacon grease in the skillet.
  3. Add olive oil and chicken pieces to the skillet. Season with salt, black pepper, curry powder, smoked paprika, and turmeric.
  4. Cook the chicken for 6-8 minutes until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
  5. Add butter and minced garlic to the same skillet. Cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  6. Add broccoli florets and sauté for 3-4 minutes until slightly tender.
  7. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream. Stir well and let the sauce simmer for 5 minutes.
  8. Add Parmesan cheese and stir until melted into a smooth creamy Alfredo sauce.
  9. Return the chicken and crispy bacon to the skillet. Add the cooked pasta and toss everything together until fully coated.
  10. Adjust the consistency with reserved pasta water if needed.
  11. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.
  • Author: Chef Stella
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes

Nutrition

  • Calories: 690 kcal