Description
Creamy Chicken Alfredo is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for cozy nights in or special gatherings. This rich and decadent dish features tender chicken and fettuccine enveloped in a luscious Alfredo sauce, enhanced with garlic and freshly grated Parmesan cheese. With its easy preparation and customizable ingredients, you can whip up a restaurant-quality meal that will leave everyone asking for seconds. Embrace the warmth of shared moments around the table with this delightful recipe that’s sure to create lasting memories.
Ingredients
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 12 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook fettuccine according to package directions until al dente; drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper and sear until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-7 minutes per side. Remove from skillet and let rest.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add heavy cream, reduce heat to low, and simmer while whisking frequently.
- Gradually stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- Slice rested chicken and return to the skillet along with cooked fettuccine; toss gently to coat.
- Serve immediately, garnished with parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 690
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 37g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 39g
- Cholesterol: 155mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating sautéed mushrooms or spinach into the dish. If you prefer a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or Greek yogurt.