Parmesan Chicken Alfredo
A creamy, savory dish featuring tender chicken, rich Alfredo sauce, and perfectly cooked fettuccine—perfect for easy dinners and family gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced thinly
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 cloves garlic, freshly minced
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 8 ounces fettuccine
- Fresh parsley, optional for garnish
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and add the butter. Once melted, stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream and whisk continuously to combine. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes, but avoid boiling.
- Add the grated Parmesan cheese gradually, whisking constantly until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
- Slice the cooked chicken into strips and return them to the skillet. Toss to coat with the sauce.
- Add the drained fettuccine to the skillet, tossing everything together until the pasta is fully coated and heated through.
- Garnish with fresh parsley if desired, then serve immediately while warm.
Notes
[‘Don’t overcook the chicken to avoid dryness.’, ‘Use fresh Parmesan for a smoother sauce.’, ‘Simmer the sauce instead of boiling to prevent curdling.’, ‘Save pasta water to adjust sauce consistency if needed.’]
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 800
- Fat: 35
- Saturated Fat: 20
- Carbohydrates: 45
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 35
Keywords: Parmesan Chicken Alfredo, creamy pasta, easy dinner, Italian recipe, comfort food