Description
Creamy and flavorful Chicken Alfredo Pasta, a classic dish perfect for family dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound chicken breasts, sliced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine: Begin by boiling a pot of salted water. Add the fettuccine pasta and cook it according to the package directions. Once it’s al dente, drain the pasta and set it aside for later.
- Prepare the chicken: While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Slice the chicken breasts and season them with salt and pepper.
- Cook the chicken: Add the seasoned chicken to the hot skillet. Cook for about 5-7 minutes or until the chicken is golden brown and fully cooked through. Make sure to stir occasionally to ensure even cooking.
- Add garlic: Once the chicken is cooked, add the minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté for about 1 minute until the garlic becomes fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic as it can become bitter.
- Make the cream sauce: Pour in the heavy cream and bring it to a gentle simmer. This will help create your rich Alfredo sauce.
- Add cheese: Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, mixing well until it is melted and the sauce is smooth. If you find the sauce too thick, you can add a little bit of pasta water to reach your desired consistency.
- Combine pasta and sauce: Add the drained fettuccine to the skillet with the Alfredo sauce. Gently toss everything together until the pasta is well coated with the creamy sauce.
- Serve: Serve the Chicken Alfredo Pasta immediately, garnished with fresh chopped parsley for a pop of color and flavor. Enjoy your delicious meal!
Notes
Serve hot with a side salad or garlic bread. Best garnished with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Chicken Alfredo, Pasta, Comfort Food, Italian, Dinner, Family Recipe