Creamy Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo
This Creamy Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo is a comforting dish featuring tender chicken and pasta, bathed in a rich and creamy sauce, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Pasta
- 12 oz fettuccine pasta
Chicken
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into strips
Sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese Use freshly grated for best flavor
Seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Cooking Pasta
- Cook the fettuccine pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Cooking Chicken
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced chicken breasts and season with salt and pepper. Cook until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Making the Sauce
- In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute, until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring it to a simmer. Reduce the heat to low, then gradually stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
Combining Ingredients
- Add the cooked fettuccine and chicken back into the skillet. Toss everything together until the pasta and chicken are coated in the Alfredo sauce.
- Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
This dish pairs nicely with a side salad or garlic bread. For extra flavor, consider adding cooked vegetables like broccoli or spinach. Make sure not to overcook the chicken.