Description
Indulge in the creamy goodness of Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo, a comforting dish that transforms simple ingredients into a gourmet experience in just 30 minutes. With tender chicken breast and perfectly cooked fettuccine enveloped in a rich, homemade Alfredo sauce, this recipe is sure to impress at any gathering or dinner table. The aroma of garlic and butter fills your kitchen, beckoning everyone to gather around for a delightful meal. Easy to prepare yet luxurious in flavor, this Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo is destined to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 oz fettuccine
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 8 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 16 oz heavy cream
- 8 oz freshly shredded Parmesan cheese
- Kosher salt and fresh cracked black pepper
- Fresh chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook fettuccine in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and toss with olive oil.
- While the pasta cooks, thinly slice chicken breasts and season with Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- In a large sauté pan over medium-high heat, add olive oil and sear chicken until golden brown and cooked through (about 4-7 minutes per side). Remove and let rest.
- In the same pan, melt butter over low heat, then add minced garlic and cook until fragrant (30 seconds). Slowly whisk in heavy cream and simmer for 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted. Season with nutmeg, salt, and pepper.
- Toss cooked fettuccine with the sauce and sliced chicken until well-coated. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 120mg