Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo
Indulge in a creamy Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo that combines tender chicken breast with perfectly cooked fettuccine, all enveloped in a rich homemade Alfredo sauce. This dish is ideal for cozy family dinners or special occasions, impressing everyone at the table with its comforting flavors and delightful textures. With its easy preparation and minimal ingredients, you can whip up this satisfying meal in no time. Elevate your dining experience by adding fresh vegetables or serving alongside garlic bread and a light green salad.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Lunch & Dinner
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large chicken breasts
- 16 ounces uncooked fettuccine noodles
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 2 cups fresh grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with olive oil, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the chicken until golden brown on both sides. Remove from heat and let it rest.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium-low heat; add minced garlic and cook briefly before whisking in warmed heavy cream, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning until slightly thickened. Gradually stir in Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Cook fettuccine according to package instructions; reserve some pasta water before draining.
- Combine fettuccine with Alfredo sauce and sliced chicken. Adjust seasoning as needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 21g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 115mg