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Creamy Chicken Alfredo Pasta Recipe

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Chicken Alfredo is a rich and creamy pasta dish featuring tender sliced chicken breasts and fettuccine pasta tossed in a smooth Parmesan garlic sauce. This comforting Italian-American classic is quick and easy to prepare, making it perfect for satisfying weeknight dinners or special occasions.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

Pasta

  • 12 ounces fettuccine pasta

Chicken

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Sauce

  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1½ cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • ¼ teaspoon nutmeg (optional)

Garnish

  • Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Cook Pasta: Cook fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta thoroughly and set aside.
  2. Season Chicken: Season the sliced chicken breasts evenly with salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning to infuse flavor.
  3. Cook Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Place the seasoned chicken in the skillet and cook for 5–6 minutes per side until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through. Remove from skillet and slice if not already sliced.
  4. Sauté Garlic: In the same skillet, melt the butter and sauté the minced garlic for about 30 seconds until fragrant to build the base for the sauce.
  5. Simmer Cream: Stir in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking or burning.
  6. Add Cheese and Nutmeg: Add freshly grated Parmesan cheese and optional nutmeg to the cream mixture. Stir continuously until the sauce is smooth and has thickened to your desired consistency.
  7. Toss Pasta and Chicken: Add the cooked fettuccine and sliced chicken back into the skillet with the sauce. Toss everything thoroughly to coat the pasta and chicken evenly with the creamy Alfredo sauce.
  8. Garnish and Serve: Garnish the dish with freshly chopped parsley if desired, and serve warm immediately for best flavor and texture.

Notes

  • Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese for the smoothest and most flavorful sauce.
  • Add steamed broccoli or fresh spinach to incorporate extra vegetables into the dish.
  • If sauce becomes too thick, thin it with a splash of reserved pasta water until desired consistency is reached.
  • Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Author: Jessica
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Boiling and Sautéing
  • Cuisine: Italian-American

Find it online: https://dishestocook.com/creamy-chicken-alfredo-pasta-recipe/