Description
Chicken Fettuccine is a creamy, indulgent dish that combines tender chicken breast with rich, velvety sauce and perfectly cooked fettuccine pasta. This delightful recipe offers a taste of restaurant-quality dining right in your own kitchen, making it ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions. In just under 30 minutes, you can create a comforting meal that will impress your family and friends. The luscious sauce, crafted from heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, envelops each bite in flavor while allowing for customization—add fresh vegetables or swap proteins to suit your taste. Garnished with herbs and served warm, Chicken Fettuccine is sure to become a favorite in your household.
Ingredients
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 12 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 tablespoons butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente; drain and reserve one cup of pasta water.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt two tablespoons of butter. Season the chicken with salt and pepper, then sauté for about six minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from heat and slice.
- In the same skillet, melt the remaining butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Gradually stir in heavy cream.
- Add grated Parmesan cheese and stir until melted; adjust consistency with reserved pasta water as necessary.
- Combine cooked fettuccine and sliced chicken into the sauce; toss gently to coat before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (350g)
- Calories: 640
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: - Use fresh ingredients for optimal flavor. - Consider adding spinach or sun-dried tomatoes for added nutrition. - For a lighter option, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream.