Description
A rich and decadent dish combining smooth Alfredo sauce with tender chicken and fettuccine pasta, perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 chicken breasts, sliced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine: Start by cooking the fettuccine pasta according to the package instructions, usually for about 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Cook the chicken: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced chicken and cook for about 5-6 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- Make the Alfredo sauce: In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat, add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the cream: Pour heavy cream into the skillet and bring to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally.
- Incorporate the cheese: Gradually add grated Parmesan cheese and stir constantly until melted and creamy. Season with salt and pepper.
- Combine everything: Add the cooked fettuccine and chicken, tossing everything together until well-coated in the sauce.
- Serve: Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley for color and flavor.
Notes
Use fresh ingredients for enhanced flavor. Save some pasta water to adjust sauce thickness if needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: chicken alfredo, fettuccine alfredo, creamy pasta