Description
A cozy and creamy Chicken Alfredo Pasta recipe that delivers comfort in a bowl, perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 4 tbsp real butter
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 pinch nutmeg (optional)
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Fresh chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Season and sear the chicken: Pat the chicken dry, season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning, and brown both sides in olive oil until cooked through. Rest, then slice.
- Boil pasta: Salt the water generously and cook pasta until just under al dente. Save a cup of pasta water, drain.
- Start the sauce: In the chicken pan, lower the heat, melt butter, add garlic, and cook until fragrant.
- Add cream: Pour in the cream and simmer gently until slightly thickened.
- Finish with cheese: Remove the pan from heat, add Parmesan in small handfuls, stirring until smooth. If it thickens too much, add a splash of pasta water.
- Toss and serve: Add cooked pasta to the sauce, tossing to coat. Fold in sliced chicken, adjust seasoning, and finish with parsley. Serve immediately.
Notes
For leftovers, reheat gently with a splash of milk or cream. You can also make the chicken ahead of time and slice it when ready to serve.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 31g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Chicken Alfredo, Pasta, Creamy Sauce, Comfort Food