Easy Chicken, Bacon and Veggie Alfredo Skillet: A Dieter's Delight
Ingredients
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 2 cups baby carrots, cut in half
- 4 slices bacon (I used Oscar Mayer Select Natural Uncured), see shopping tips
- 16 ounces chicken breasts (makes 4 breasts)
- Salt, pepper, and garlic powder, to taste
- 1 (15 ounces) jar light Alfredo sauce, see shopping tips
- 4 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, for topping, optional
Instructions
- In a microwave-safe large bowl, add broccoli florets and carrots. Cover with water. Cover bowl with plastic wrap and steam in microwave for about 5-6 minutes, until softened.
- Add bacon to a large nonstick pan. Cook turning once until crisp. Remove bacon to drain on paper towels. Keep bacon drippings in pan. Add 4 chicken breasts. Season with a little salt, pepper and garlic powder. Cover and cook over medium heat, about 4 minutes, on each side until no longer pink. Remove cooked chicken to a plate. Do not clean pan. Add Alfredo sauce and steamed veggies. Mix well. Add cooked chicken breasts. Cover and heat 5-10 minutes until dish is hot.
Nutrition
Serving: 1.5cupCalories: 266kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 31gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 93mgSodium: 801mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gBlue Smart Points: 4Green Smart Points: 6Plus Points: 6