Creamy Chicken Alfredo
Indulge in the rich flavors of this creamy Chicken Alfredo, a dish that transforms any weeknight into a culinary celebration. With tender chicken, fettuccine noodles, and a velvety sauce, this recipe is perfect for busy evenings or special gatherings. Get ready to twirl your fork and savor every bite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1 lb)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by gathering everything needed.
- Cook fettuccine in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving some pasta water.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter and add seasoned chicken breasts. Sauté for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown; slice into strips.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté until fragrant (about 30 seconds). Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Gradually whisk in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Adjust salt and pepper as desired.
- Toss in cooked fettuccine, combining until each strand is coated with the sauce. If too thick, add reserved pasta water one tablespoon at a time.
- Serve immediately, garnished with chopped parsley if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 635
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 110mg