Description
Savor the creamy delight of Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo, a quintessential comfort food that pairs tender, sautéed chicken with luscious fettuccine and a rich Parmesan sauce. This dish is not only easy to prepare but also perfect for family dinners or romantic evenings, bringing warmth and joy to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente (about 8-10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, cooking for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from skillet and slice.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in heavy cream while stirring continuously.
- Reduce heat to low, whisk in grated Parmesan until melted and creamy; season with salt and pepper.
- Add drained fettuccine and sliced chicken to the sauce, tossing gently until well combined.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra Parmesan or parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 660
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 130mg