Description
Savor the creamy richness of this easy Chicken Alfredo, featuring tender chicken and fettuccine coated in a luscious garlic-Parmesan sauce. Perfect for any comfort food craving!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 12 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated fresh Parmesan cheese
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Fettuccine: Boil salted water and cook fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté the Chicken: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt butter. Add sliced chicken seasoned with salt and pepper; cook until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes per side.
- Create the Sauce: Reduce heat to medium; add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (30 seconds). Pour in heavy cream while stirring continuously.
- Add Cheese: Gradually whisk in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
- Combine: Toss cooked fettuccine into the skillet with the sauce and chicken until evenly coated.
- Garnish & Serve: Plate hot, garnished with freshly chopped parsley.
Notes
- For a twist, substitute chicken with shrimp or add broccoli for extra nutrition.
- Use freshly grated cheese for optimal melting and flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 110mg