Description
Experience the joy of Chicken and Shrimp Alfredo, a comforting dish that combines tender chicken, succulent shrimp, and a rich, creamy alfredo sauce. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions when you want to impress without stress. With its inviting aroma of garlic and Parmesan, every bite offers warmth and satisfaction that brings family and friends together around the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 lb large shrimp (fresh or frozen)
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil salted water in a large pot. Add the fettuccine and cook until al dente according to package instructions.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add chicken pieces, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden brown (about 6-7 minutes per side). Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Then add shrimp and cook until pink (about 3-4 minutes).
- Pour in heavy cream while stirring gently. Add grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- Toss cooked pasta with chicken and shrimp mixture in the sauce until well-coated.
- Plate your Chicken and Shrimp Alfredo hot, garnished with extra Parmesan or parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 57g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 210mg