Description
Indulge in the creamy delight of Chicken in Cheesy Alfredo Three-Cheese Linguine Sauce, where juicy chicken meets a rich blend of Parmesan, cheddar, and Monterey Jack cheeses. This comforting dish envelops you in cheesy goodness, making it perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners. Quick to prepare and easily customizable, it’s a meal that guarantees smiles at every table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 8 oz linguine pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by finely chopping garlic and seasoning chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Cook the linguine in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and reserve some pasta water.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté minced garlic in olive oil until fragrant.
- Add seasoned chicken breasts; cook for about 6 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from skillet and let rest before slicing.
- In the same skillet, lower the heat and add heavy cream, scraping up any browned bits. Gradually mix in Parmesan, cheddar, and Monterey Jack cheeses until melted and smooth; adjust consistency with reserved pasta water if needed.
- Toss cooked linguine with the sauce and sliced chicken until well coated. Serve hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 670
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 125mg