Description
Creamy Chicken Alfredo Pasta is a delightful comfort food that brings together tender chicken and a rich, velvety sauce over perfectly cooked fettuccine. This easy-to-follow recipe ensures a satisfying meal that is perfect for family gatherings or impressing guests. With its creamy texture and flavorful ingredients, every bite is an indulgence that will have everyone asking for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Prepare the pasta: In a large pot, boil salted water and cook fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2. Cook the chicken: In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add sliced chicken breasts seasoned with salt and pepper. Cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- 3. Make the sauce: In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute). Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- 4. Add cheese: Stir in freshly grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- 5. Combine: Slice the cooked chicken and add it back to the skillet along with the drained pasta. Toss until everything is well coated in the creamy sauce.
- 6. Serve: Plate your creamy chicken Alfredo pasta and sprinkle with extra Parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (350g)
- Calories: 700
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 23g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 150mg