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Chicken Alfredo

Chicken Alfredo
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This Chicken Alfredo recipe is a quick and comforting meal featuring tender chicken breasts and fettuccine pasta tossed in a rich, creamy Alfredo sauce made with heavy cream, butter, garlic, and freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Ready in under 30 minutes, it is perfect for busy weeknight dinners and can be easily customized with different proteins, veggies, or pasta types to suit your preferences.

Ingredients

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Protein

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

Pasta

  • 8 oz fettuccine pasta

Sauce

  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 3/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

Seasonings and Cooking Essentials

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare and Cook the Pasta: Start by bringing a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving a little of the pasta water to help adjust the sauce later if needed.
  2. Cook the Chicken: While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then sear on both sides until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per side depending on thickness. Once done, remove from the pan and let rest before slicing thinly.
  3. Make the Alfredo Sauce: In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and add butter. When melted, sauté minced garlic until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Pour in the heavy cream, stirring constantly, then slowly add freshly grated Parmesan cheese, whisking until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Combine and Serve: Return the sliced chicken to the skillet and add the cooked fettuccine, tossing everything together to coat the pasta evenly with the sauce. If the sauce feels too thick, stir in a splash of reserved pasta water for the perfect consistency. Serve immediately while warm and creamy.

Notes

  • Use Fresh Parmesan: Freshly grated cheese melts smoother and tastes much better than pre-grated versions.
  • Don’t Overcook the Chicken: Keep the chicken juicy by cooking it just until no longer pink inside.
  • Reserve Pasta Water: The starchy water helps loosen the sauce if it thickens too much during cooking.
  • Low and Slow Sauce: Avoid boiling the sauce once cheese is added to prevent it from breaking or clumping.
  • Rest the Chicken: Let the chicken rest after cooking to lock in juices and keep it tender.

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Keywords: Chicken Alfredo, creamy chicken pasta, easy Alfredo recipe, fettuccine Alfredo, weeknight dinner, quick creamy chicken

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