Easy Chicken Alfredo Brussel Sprouts
Homemade chicken alfredo loaded with chicken chunks and Brussel sprouts for a low carb option.
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 1 lb Boneless skinless chicken breast cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 Tbsp Avocado Oil divided
- 2 lbs Brussels Sprouts trimmed and halved if too big
- 1 Cup Milk of choice (dairy or non-dairy)
- 2-3 Garlic Cloves minced
- 1 Tbsp Freshly Squeezed Lemon Juice
- 1 Tbsp Cornstarch
- ¼ Cup Shredded Cheese
- 1 Tbsp Chopped Parsley
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add chicken and cook until golden brown. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper then set aside on a plate.
- Add remaining oil and sauté the Brussels sprouts until it starts to brown.
- Meanwhile in a small bowl, whisk milk, garlic, lemon juice, a pinch of salt & pepper, and cornstarch, until well combined.
- Pour milk mixture over the Brussels sprouts and stir to deglaze the pan. Lower the heat and simmer until sauce thickens and sprouts are tender.
- Return the chicken back to the pan and stir in the shredded cheese. Continue to cook until everything is hot and melty.
- Take off the heat and sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley and ground pepper if desired. Enjoy!
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Nutrition
Calories: 346kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 36g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 81mg | Sodium: 260mg | Potassium: 1401mg | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 1907IU | Vitamin C: 197mg | Calcium: 217mg | Iron: 4mg