Chicken Penne Alfredo
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this creamy Chicken Penne Alfredo! This classic Italian-American dish combines tender, golden-brown chicken breast slices with perfectly cooked penne pasta, all drenched in a rich and velvety homemade Alfredo sauce. Made with real grated Parmesan cheese, heavy cream, and a hint of garlic, this luscious sauce clings beautifully to every bite of pasta. Seasoned with Italian herbs and topped with fresh parsley, this easy-to-make recipe is packed with flavor and comes together in just 40 minutes. Perfect for a cozy family dinner or a special occasion, this restaurant-quality meal will quickly become a favorite in your home. Serve with garlic bread or a crisp side salad for the ultimate dining experience!
Smart Nutrition Tracking with SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz penne pasta
- 2 pieces chicken breast
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1.5 cups grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 8 cups water (for boiling pasta)
Instructions
Bring 8 cups of water to a boil in a large pot. Add a pinch of salt and cook the penne pasta according to the package instructions, usually about 10-12 minutes until al dente. Drain and set aside.
While the pasta is cooking, season both sides of the chicken breasts with 1/2 tsp of salt, 1/4 tsp of black pepper, and Italian seasoning.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the seasoned chicken breasts and cook for 6-8 minutes on each side or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing it into thin strips.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium-low and add unsalted butter. Once the butter has melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Slowly pour in the heavy cream while stirring, then allow the mixture to come to a simmer. Avoid boiling.
Add the grated Parmesan cheese a little bit at a time, stirring constantly until fully melted and the sauce becomes smooth and creamy. Season the Alfredo sauce with the remaining 1/2 tsp of salt and 1/4 tsp of black pepper.
Add the cooked penne pasta to the skillet with the Alfredo sauce and toss to coat evenly.
Add the sliced chicken on top of the pasta, and gently mix to combine everything.
Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately. Enjoy your Chicken Penne Alfredo!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
966 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 71.4 g | 92% | |
| Saturated Fat | 39.0 g | 195% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 255 mg | 85% | |
| Sodium | 1103 mg | 48% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 27.4 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.7 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.8 g | ||
| Protein | 44.0 g | 88% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 364 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 312 mg | 7% | |
*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.
