Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of this classic Chicken Alfredo recipe. Tender chicken breast paired with fettuccine pasta and a rich, creamy sauce creates a delightful dish that’s perfect for both weeknight dinners and special occasions. With its velvety texture and customizable options, this dish is sure to impress family and friends alike!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 12 oz fettuccine pasta
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1. Cook the Pasta: Boil salted water in a large pot. Add fettuccine and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- 2. Prepare the Chicken: Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, cooking chicken for about 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove from heat and let rest before slicing.
- 3. Make the Sauce: In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and saut? until fragrant (about 1 minute). Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
- 4. Add Cheese: Stir in freshly grated Parmesan cheese until melted into a creamy sauce. Adjust consistency with reserved pasta water if necessary.
- 5. Combine Everything: Toss cooked fettuccine and sliced chicken into the sauce until well coated.
- 6. Serve: Plate the dish with additional Parmesan and parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 110mg