Description
Indulge in the creamy richness of homemade Chicken Alfredo Pasta! This easy recipe combines tender chicken and perfectly cooked fettuccine in a luscious Alfredo sauce. A comforting and satisfying meal perfect for weeknights or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fettuccine pasta
- 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for garnish
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, or to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fettuccine pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente. Drain the pasta well and set aside.
- Sauté the Chicken: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook until golden brown and cooked through. Season with salt and pepper. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Make the Alfredo Sauce: In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute, until fragrant. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Reduce the heat to low and gradually whisk in the Parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Combine and Serve: Add the cooked pasta and sautéed chicken to the Alfredo sauce. Toss to coat everything evenly. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan cheese, if desired.
Notes
- Use Fresh Ingredients: Freshly grated Parmesan cheese and high-quality heavy cream make a significant difference.
- Don’t Overcook the Pasta: Cook the pasta al dente to prevent it from becoming mushy.
- Adjust the Sauce Consistency: If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of pasta water to thin it out.
- Season Generously: Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.
- Garnish: A sprinkle of fresh parsley adds visual appeal and freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 720 Kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 48g
- Saturated Fat: 28g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 210mg
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