Description
Chicken Alfredo is a creamy, comforting dish that brings the taste of Italian cuisine right into your kitchen. This delightful recipe features tender chicken breast sautéed to perfection and coated in a rich, velvety Alfredo sauce made from heavy cream and freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Served over fettuccine pasta, this meal is not only quick and easy to prepare—taking less than 30 minutes—but also incredibly satisfying, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings. With its customizable nature, you can add your favorite vegetables or swap proteins to suit your palate. Elevate your dining experience with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for garnish and enjoy every creamy bite!
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook fettuccine according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper; cook for 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through. Remove from skillet and let rest before slicing.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Gradually whisk in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth; season with salt and pepper.
- Add sliced chicken and cooked fettuccine to the sauce; toss until evenly coated.
- Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 110mg