Summer Squash Chicken Alfredo

Ingredients and Weight:

• Chicken breasts, boneless, skinless: 1 pound
• Summer squash, thinly sliced: 1 pound
• Alfredo sauce: 1 jar (15 ounces)
• Parmesan cheese, grated: 1/2 cup
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Olive oil: 2 tablespoons

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

25-30 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
3. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 5 minutes per side, or until golden brown.
4. Remove the chicken breasts and set aside.
5. Add the summer squash to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until tender.
6. Return the chicken breasts to the skillet and pour in the Alfredo sauce.
7. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10-15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
8. Stir in the Parmesan cheese and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
9. Serve immediately.

Nutritional Information:

(per serving) * Calories: 450 * Fat: 23g * Carbohydrates: 35g * Protein: 30g

Dish Characteristics:

• Creamy and cheesy
• Garden-fresh summer squash
• Tender and flavorful chicken

User Comments:

• "This dish was absolutely delicious! The chicken was so moist and the Alfredo sauce was creamy and flavorful."
• "I loved the addition of summer squash, it gave the dish a fresh and colorful twist."
• "This is a great dish for summer gatherings, it's easy to make and everyone loves it!"

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you don't have summer squash, you can substitute zucchini.
• You can add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the Alfredo sauce for a little bit of spice.
• Serve over your favorite pasta or rice.