Description
Indulge in the creamy goodness of Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo, a classic comfort food that’s perfect for any occasion. This dish features tender chicken and fettuccine pasta enveloped in a rich, buttery sauce made from heavy cream and fresh Parmesan cheese. With its simple preparation and delightful flavors, Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo is sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Boil salted water in a large pot. Add fettuccine and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Stir occasionally.
- Sauté the Chicken: In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then cook until golden brown on both sides and no longer pink inside (about 5-7 minutes per side). Remove from skillet and keep warm.
- Create the Sauce: In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Pour in heavy cream while stirring gently.
- Add Cheese: Reduce heat to low, whisk in Parmesan cheese until melted and sauce thickens.
- Combine: Slice chicken into strips and return to the skillet with drained pasta. Toss everything together until well coated.
- Serve: Plate hot, garnished with parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 120mg