Easy Chicken Alfredo
Creamy, indulgent, and effortlessly comforting, this Easy Chicken Alfredo recipe is your ticket to a restaurant-quality dinner made right in your own kitchen. Featuring tender, golden-brown chicken breasts, perfectly cooked fettuccine pasta, and a rich, velvety Parmesan Alfredo sauce, this dish comes together in just 35 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions. The simple blend of fresh garlic, heavy cream, and butter creates a luxurious base, while a sprinkle of fresh parsley adds a touch of color and freshness. Whether you're craving Italian-inspired comfort food or looking for a quick yet impressive meal, this homemade chicken Alfredo is guaranteed to satisfy. Serve it with a crisp side salad or garlic bread for a truly unforgettable dinner!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces Fettuccine pasta
- 2 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 cups Heavy cream
- 1.5 cups Grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 pieces Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the fettuccine pasta according to the package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil. Once hot, add the chicken breasts and cook for 5-6 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and let rest for a few minutes before slicing into thin strips.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the butter. Once melted, stir in the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds or until fragrant.
Slowly pour in the heavy cream, stirring continuously. Let it simmer gently for about 3-4 minutes, allowing the cream to thicken slightly.
Reduce the heat to low and gradually stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until it is fully melted and the sauce is smooth.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if needed.
Add the cooked fettuccine to the skillet and toss to coat the pasta evenly in the Alfredo sauce.
Top the pasta with the sliced chicken and garnish with chopped parsley, if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy your creamy, homemade chicken Alfredo!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4136 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 242.7 g | 311% | |
| Saturated Fat | 127.8 g | 639% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 896 mg | 299% | |
| Sodium | 4822 mg | 210% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 252.3 g | 92% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.0 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.3 g | ||
| Protein | 199.2 g | 398% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1391 mg | 107% | |
| Iron | 4.5 mg | 25% | |
| Potassium | 1000 mg | 21% | |
*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.
