Description
Chicken Alfredo Pasta is a creamy, comforting dish that combines tender chicken and fettuccine in a rich Alfredo sauce. With its enticing garlic notes and luscious texture, this meal not only satisfies cravings but also evokes memories of family dinners and cozy nights in. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, Chicken Alfredo Pasta is a crowd-pleaser that transforms any table into a feast.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and reserve some pasta water.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Season chicken with salt and pepper; cook for 6-7 minutes per side until golden. Remove from skillet and slice.
- In the same skillet, melt an additional tablespoon of butter and sauté garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute). Stir in heavy cream.
- Add Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and smooth; use reserved pasta water to adjust consistency as needed.
- Toss sliced chicken and cooked fettuccine into the sauce, mixing well.
- Serve topped with extra Parmesan and cracked black pepper if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 110mg