Spicy Sausage Chicken Alfredo
Dive into the indulgent flavors of Spicy Sausage Chicken Alfredo, a tantalizing twist on a comforting classic! This creamy pasta dish combines tender bites of juicy chicken and bold, spicy Italian sausage with a rich Alfredo sauce made from heavy cream, melted Parmesan, and a hint of garlic. A touch of red pepper flakes adds a zesty kick, perfectly balanced by silky fettuccine that soaks up every luscious drop of the sauce. Ready in just 45 minutes, this restaurant-quality meal is ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of color and freshness, this recipe will satisfy cravings for a hearty, flavorful dinner packed with irresistible layers of spice and creaminess.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz Fettuccine pasta
- 2 pieces Chicken breast
- 2 links Spicy Italian sausage
- 2 cups Heavy cream
- 1.5 cups Parmesan cheese, grated
- 3 tbsp Butter
- 3 pieces Garlic cloves, minced
- 0.5 tsp Red pepper flakes
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped
- 4 quarts Water
Instructions
Fill a large pot with 4 quarts of water, add 1 teaspoon of salt, and bring it to a boil.
Cook the fettuccine pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
While the pasta is cooking, cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and remove the casing from the spicy Italian sausage.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook for 4-5 minutes until golden and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the sausage and break it apart with a wooden spoon. Cook for 5-6 minutes until browned and fully cooked. Remove the sausage from the skillet and set aside with the chicken.
Reduce the heat to medium and melt 3 tablespoons of butter in the skillet. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Slowly add the heavy cream to the skillet, stirring constantly. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, red pepper flakes, and black pepper. Continue to stir until the cheese is completely melted and the sauce is smooth and creamy, about 3-4 minutes.
Return the cooked chicken and sausage to the skillet, stirring to coat them evenly in the sauce. Simmer for 2-3 minutes to combine the flavors.
Add the cooked fettuccine to the skillet and gently toss to coat the pasta in the sauce.
Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4748 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 311.5 g | 399% | |
| Saturated Fat | 159.6 g | 798% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1035 mg | 345% | |
| Sodium | 7430 mg | 323% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 262.0 g | 95% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.5 g | 48% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.6 g | ||
| Protein | 193.3 g | 387% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 1667 mg | 128% | |
| Iron | 3.7 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 835 mg | 18% | |
*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.
