Description
Indulge in a creamy, comforting bowl of Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo that’s perfect for cozy dinners or impressing guests. This delightful recipe combines tender chicken and fresh fettuccine enveloped in a luscious homemade Alfredo sauce, making it a quintessential Italian classic that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 8 oz fresh fettuccine pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the fresh fettuccine until al dente, about 3-4 minutes. Drain and toss with olive oil.
- Sauté the chicken: In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add diced chicken seasoned with salt and pepper; cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes.
- Add garlic & cream: Stir in minced garlic for about 30 seconds, then pour in heavy cream and simmer for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Melt in Parmesan: Gradually whisk in freshly grated Parmesan until melted and smooth. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Toss everything together: Add drained fettuccine to the sauce, tossing gently to coat. If desired, sprinkle with chopped parsley.
- Serve warm: Plate generously and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 25g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 150mg