Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo
Indulge in this creamy Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo, a comforting Italian classic that promises to elevate your dining experience. With tender chicken, rich heavy cream, and freshly grated Parmesan, each bite is a delightful blend of flavors that will have your family and friends asking for more. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this dish is as easy to make as it is delicious.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 tbsp butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat and cook the chicken until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and slice.
- Boil salted water in a pot; add fettuccine and cook until al dente. Drain.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Pour in heavy cream and simmer gently. Stir in grated Parmesan until melted.
- Toss sliced chicken and drained fettuccine into the sauce until well coated.
- Garnish with chopped parsley if desired, serve hot, and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 400g)
- Calories: 670
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 21g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 150mg