Chicken Green Beans Alfredo
Indulge in the creamy decadence of Chicken Green Beans Alfredo, a comforting pasta dish that marries savory flavors with fresh, vibrant ingredients. Tender fettuccine noodles are coated in a rich, homemade Alfredo sauce made from heavy cream, melted butter, and freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Juicy, golden-brown chicken breasts and crisp-tender green beans take this classic recipe to a new level by adding a burst of protein and a touch of vegetable freshness. Perfect for a family dinner or a cozy date night, this dish is as satisfying as it is easy to prepare, coming together in just 40 minutes. Garnish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for the perfect finishing touch to this creamy, cheesy, and irresistible one-pan meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups Green beans, trimmed
- 8 ounces Fettuccine pasta
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1.5 cups Heavy cream
- 1 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Fill a large pot with salted water and bring it to a boil. Cook the fettuccine pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water.
While the pasta is cooking, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Season the chicken breasts with half of the salt and pepper, then add them to the skillet. Cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet, rest for 5 minutes, and slice into thin strips.
In the same skillet, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the trimmed green beans and sauté for 4-5 minutes until crisp-tender. Remove the green beans and set aside.
Reduce the heat to medium-low and add the butter to the skillet. Once melted, stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.
Slowly pour in the heavy cream and let it simmer gently for 2-3 minutes. Gradually whisk in the grated Parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth and creamy. Add the reserved pasta water a little at a time if the sauce is too thick.
Season the Alfredo sauce with the remaining salt and pepper to taste.
Add the cooked fettuccine, sautéed green beans, and sliced chicken into the skillet. Toss everything together to coat evenly in the sauce.
Serve the Chicken Green Beans Alfredo warm, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3675 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 237.3 g | 304% | |
| Saturated Fat | 124.1 g | 620% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 860 mg | 287% | |
| Sodium | 4129 mg | 180% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 191.5 g | 70% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.1 g | 68% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.2 g | ||
| Protein | 175.0 g | 350% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1080 mg | 83% | |
| Iron | 7.6 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 1654 mg | 35% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
