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Creamy Chicken Alfredo with Fettuccine Recipe

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Chicken Alfredo is a creamy Italian-American classic featuring tender, seasoned chicken breast and fettuccine pasta enveloped in a rich, garlicky Parmesan cream sauce. This comforting and indulgent dish is perfect for family dinners and delivers a luscious blend of flavors with every bite.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

Chicken

  • 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Alfredo Sauce

  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1½ cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • ¼ teaspoon nutmeg (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

Pasta

  • 12 ounces fettuccine pasta
  • Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cook Pasta: Cook fettuccine according to package directions until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of the pasta cooking water, then drain the pasta and set aside.
  2. Season Chicken: Season both sides of the chicken breasts evenly with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning.
  3. Cook Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 5–6 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from skillet and slice into strips once slightly cooled.
  4. Prepare Alfredo Sauce: In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and melt the butter. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
  5. Simmer Cream: Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer, stirring frequently.
  6. Add Cheese: Gradually stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce is smooth and creamy.
  7. Season Sauce: Add nutmeg, salt, and black pepper to taste, adjusting seasoning as desired.
  8. Combine Pasta and Chicken: Add the cooked fettuccine and sliced chicken to the sauce. Toss everything together to coat evenly, adding reserved pasta water gradually as needed to reach desired sauce consistency.
  9. Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the dish for color and freshness. Serve immediately while warm and creamy.

Notes

  • Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese for the best texture and flavor in the sauce.
  • The sauce thickens as it stands, so serve immediately to enjoy the best creamy consistency.
  • For a variation, add steamed broccoli or fresh spinach when adding pasta to the sauce.
  • When reheating leftovers, do so gently over low heat to prevent the sauce from separating.
  • Author: Jessica
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian-American

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