Zesty Chicken Alfredo
Elevate your pasta night with this irresistible Zesty Chicken Alfredo recipe! Creamy, comforting Alfredo sauce gets a citrusy twist with the addition of fresh lemon zest and juice, creating a bright and flavorful pairing with tender, golden-brown chicken breasts. Perfectly cooked fettuccine is coated in a rich, garlicky Parmesan sauce and brought to life with a sprinkling of fresh parsley for a touch of color and freshness. Ready in just 40 minutes, this dish is ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions, offering a tantalizing balance of creamy indulgence and zesty vibrance. Serve this dish hot and watch it become your new family favorite! Keywords: Zesty Chicken Alfredo, lemon chicken Alfredo, creamy pasta recipe, quick dinner ideas, chicken and pasta recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz Fettuccine
- 2 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Black pepper
- 3 pieces Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups Heavy cream
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 piece Zest of a lemon
- 1 tbsp Lemon juice
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the fettuccine according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain the noodles and set aside.
Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt and black pepper.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the seasoned chicken breasts and cook for 5-7 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest on a cutting board for 5 minutes before slicing it into thin strips.
In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and minced garlic. Sauté the garlic for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Reduce the heat to low and pour in the heavy cream, stirring gently to combine.
Gradually add the grated Parmesan cheese, stirring until it melts into the sauce. Add the lemon zest and lemon juice, then stir to incorporate.
Add the cooked fettuccine to the skillet and toss to coat the pasta evenly with the sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water to achieve your desired consistency.
Top the pasta with the sliced chicken and sprinkle with fresh parsley for garnish.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Zesty Chicken Alfredo!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
804 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 56.8 g | 73% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.0 g | 150% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 214 mg | 71% | |
| Sodium | 451 mg | 20% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 23.8 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.7 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.0 g | ||
| Protein | 39.6 g | 79% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 253 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 2.3 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 323 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.
