Description
5-Ingredient Chicken Alfredo is a quick and creamy pasta dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends. With just five simple ingredients—tender chicken breasts, fettuccine pasta, heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and garlic powder—this recipe comes together in under 30 minutes without sacrificing flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add oil and sauté seasoned chicken breasts for about 6-7 minutes on each side until cooked through. Remove and let rest before slicing.
- In the same skillet, reduce heat to low, pour in heavy cream, and stir while scraping up browned bits. Simmer gently for 2 minutes.
- Gradually whisk in Parmesan cheese and garlic powder until melted and smooth.
- Add sliced chicken and drained pasta to the sauce, tossing until well-coated.
Notes
- Feel free to substitute gluten-free pasta or add your favorite vegetables like broccoli or spinach for extra nutrition.
- This dish can be made ahead; store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 350g)
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 150mg