⏱ 45 min totalChicken & Veggie Fettuccine Alfredo
Per 1 serving · 779 g · 15 ingredients
of a 2,000 cal day
- Protein35g28% of calories
- Carbs64g50% of calories
- Fat12g22% of calories
At a glance
One serving of Chicken & Veggie Fettuccine Alfredo (779 g) has 485 calories, with 35 g of protein, 64 g of carbohydrates and 12 g of fat. Most of its energy comes from carbs (50% of calories). It is high in protein (70% DV), dietary fiber (47% DV) and Vitamin A (44% DV). Keep an eye on sodium, saturated fat and cholesterol, which provide 74%, 33% and 24% of the daily value.
High in
20%+ of the daily value
- Protein70%
- Dietary fiber47%
- Vitamin A44%
- Vitamin C102%
- Vitamin K32%
- Thiamine45%
Good source of
10–19% of the daily value
Nothing notable
Watch
20%+ of the daily value
- Sodium74%
- Saturated fat33%
- Cholesterol24%
Ingredients
For one serving. Tap an ingredient to see its nutrition.
2 oz Whole wheat pasta
1 ½ cup Chicken broth
1 ½ cup chopped, Cauliflower
¼ tsp Butter
1 cloves, minced Garlic
¼ medium Onion
¼ cup cherry tomatoes Cherry tomatoes
¼ cup chopped Carrots
2 oz Chicken breast- 🥄¼ tsp Salt
¼ tsp Nutmeg
¼ tsp Black pepper
1 tbsp Heavy whipping cream
⅛ cup Parmesan cheese
⅛ cup Green peas
Directions
- 1
Cook the fettuccine according to package directions, reserving some pasta water before draining.
- 2
In a pot, bring the chicken broth to a boil over medium-high heat and add the chopped cauliflower. Cook until the cauliflower is soft, about 15 minutes.
- 3
Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic, chopped onion, cherry tomatoes, and chopped carrots. Sauté for 4-5 minutes until soft and fragrant.
- 4
In a separate pan, cook the chopped chicken breast in oil over medium-high heat until cooked through to 165°F, about 7-12 minutes.
- 5
Transfer the cooked cauliflower to a blender with about one-third of the broth. Add salt, nutmeg, and black pepper, and purée until smooth. Add more broth if needed. Transfer the purée back to the skillet with the sautéed vegetables.
- 6
Add the heavy cream to the skillet and cook over low heat. Stir in the reserved starchy pasta water, Parmesan cheese, peas, and cooked chicken. Combine with the cooked noodles and serve immediately.
Vitamins & minerals
Amounts for 1 serving (779 g). Bars show % of the daily value.
Vitamins
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 397 μg | 44% |
| Vitamin C | 92 mg | 102% |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 μg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 1 mg | 7% |
| Vitamin K | 38 μg | 32% |
| Thiamine | 1 mg | 45% |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.3 mg | 24% |
| Niacin | 12 mg | 78% |
| Vitamin B6 | 1 mg | 78% |
| Folate (B9) | 167 μg | 42% |
| Vitamin B12 | 1 μg | 23% |
| Pantothenic acid | 3 mg | 56% |
| Choline | 145 mg | 26% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 258 mg | 26% |
| Iron | 5 mg | 57% |
| Potassium | 1,396 mg | 30% |
| Magnesium | 149 mg | 35% |
| Phosphorus | 534 mg | 76% |
| Zinc | 3 mg | 29% |
| Copper | 0.5 mg | 52% |
| Manganese | 3 mg | 112% |
| Selenium | 59 μg | 107% |
Full breakdown · 43 more nutrients
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Alanine | 1 g | — |
| Alpha Linolenic Acid (ALA) | 0 g | — |
| Alpha carotene | 1,154 μg | — |
| Arginine | 2 g | — |
| Aspartic acid | 2 g | — |
| Beta carotene | 3,046 μg | — |
| Caffeine | 0 mg | — |
| Cystine | 0.3 g | — |
| Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) | 0 g | — |
| Docosapentaenoic Acid (DPA) | 0 g | — |
| Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA) | 0 g | — |
| Fluoride | 4 μg | — |
| Fructose | 3 g | — |
| Galactose | 0 g | — |
| Glucose | 3 g | — |
| Glutamic acid | 7 g | — |
| Glycine | 1 g | — |
| Histidine | 1 g | — |
| Hydroxyproline | 0 g | — |
| Isoleucine | 1 g | — |
| Lactose | 0 g | — |
| Leucine | 2 g | — |
| Lycopene | 959 μg | — |
| Lysine | 2 g | — |
| Maltose | 0 g | — |
| Methionine | 1 g | — |
| Monounsaturated fats | 3 g | — |
| Phenylalanine | 1 g | — |
| Polyunsaturated fats | 1 g | — |
| Proline | 2 g | — |
| Retinol | 95 μg | — |
| Serine | 1 g | — |
| Starch | 1 g | — |
| Sucrose | 2 g | — |
| Theobromine | 0 mg | — |
| Threonine | 1 g | — |
| Total omega 3 | 0 g | — |
| Total omega 6 | 0.2 g | — |
| Tryptophan | 0.3 g | — |
| Tyrosine | 1 g | — |
| Valine | 2 g | — |
| Vitamin D2 | 0 μg | — |
| Vitamin D3 | 0.2 μg | — |
Burning 485 calories
Estimated for a 70 kg (154 lb) adult using MET values from the Compendium of Physical Activities.
- 92minWalking (3.5 mph)
- 58minCycling (moderate)
- 40minRunning (6 mph)
- 68minSwimming laps
Common questions
How many calories are in Chicken & Veggie Fettuccine Alfredo?
One serving of Chicken & Veggie Fettuccine Alfredo (1 serving) has 485 calories, which works out to 62 calories per 100 g. That is about 24% of a 2,000-calorie day.
Is Chicken & Veggie Fettuccine Alfredo high in protein?
It provides a solid 35 g of protein per serving (70% of the 50 g daily value), but protein supplies only 28% of its calories, so it is not a protein-dense food. Foods where protein provides 30% or more of calories are generally considered protein-dense.
Is Chicken & Veggie Fettuccine Alfredo keto-friendly?
It is hard to fit into a strict keto diet. One serving has 50 g of net carbs and 50% of its calories come from carbohydrates, while most keto plans cap net carbs at 20–50 g per day.
How much sodium is in Chicken & Veggie Fettuccine Alfredo?
1710 mg per serving, which is high (20% or more of the 2,300 mg daily value).
How much sugar is in Chicken & Veggie Fettuccine Alfredo?
8.8 g of total sugars per serving. Labels list total sugars, which include natural sugars from fruit and milk as well as any added sugars.
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