Description
A creamy and delicious Chicken Alfredo Pasta, perfect for family meals or dinner parties.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fettuccine pasta and cook according to the package instructions (about 8-10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced chicken and season with salt and pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until the sauce becomes smooth and thickened, about 2-3 minutes. Adjust seasoning if needed.
- Combine the cooked fettuccine with the sauce in the skillet. Toss gently until well coated.
- Plate the Chicken Alfredo Pasta hot, garnished with chopped parsley.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider adding Italian herbs or red pepper flakes. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for 3-4 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Chicken Alfredo, Pasta, Creamy Sauce, Italian Recipe, Quick Dinner