Description
This creamy Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo is a classic Italian dish featuring tender chicken, fettuccine pasta, and a rich Alfredo sauce made with heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and garlic. It’s a comforting, indulgent meal perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 2 chicken breasts, thinly sliced
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Cook the fettuccine pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Cook the chicken: In a large skillet, cook the sliced chicken breasts until no longer pink in the center. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Prepare the Alfredo sauce: In the same skillet, melt the butter and sauté the garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Make the sauce: Add the heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and chicken broth to the skillet. Stir until the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.
- Season: Add salt and pepper to taste.
- Combine: Add the cooked chicken and fettuccine pasta to the skillet. Toss to coat the pasta and chicken evenly in the Alfredo sauce.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
- You can use a combination of heavy cream and milk for a lighter version of the sauce.
- Add extra Parmesan cheese for more flavor.
- Serve with garlic bread or a side salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes