Chicken Alfredo
Chicken Alfredo is a creamy, comforting pasta dish made with tender chicken, rich Alfredo sauce, and fettuccine. It's easy to prepare in under an hour and serves four people.
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 12 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup butter
- 1 ½ cups grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preparing the ChickenStart by seasoning the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat some olive oil over medium heat. Cook the chicken for 6-7 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and let it rest before slicing into thin strips.
- Making the Alfredo SauceIn the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant. Slowly pour in the heavy cream, stirring constantly. Let the mixture simmer for a few minutes until slightly thickened. Gradually add the Parmesan cheese, whisking until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
- Combining Chicken and Alfredo SauceAdd the cooked chicken back into the sauce, stirring to coat the chicken pieces in the creamy Alfredo sauce.
- Boiling the FettuccineMeanwhile, cook the fettuccine in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions. Drain and add the pasta directly to the Alfredo sauce and chicken mixture, tossing until well combined.