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The Easiest Chicken Alfredo Recipe

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  • Author: Amelia
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 3 servings

Description

A simple and creamy chicken Alfredo made with tender chicken, fettuccine pasta, and a rich garlic parmesan sauce. This quick and satisfying Italian-American classic combines sautéed chicken with a luscious cream sauce, perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

Pasta

  • 250 g fettuccine pasta

Chicken

  • 2 chicken breasts, sliced
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Sauce

  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated

Garnish

  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cook the Pasta: Cook the fettuccine pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving a little pasta water in case you need to thin the sauce.
  2. Prepare the Chicken: Season the sliced chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat and cook the chicken pieces until they are golden brown and fully cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Sauté the Garlic: Add the minced garlic to the skillet with the cooked chicken and sauté briefly for about 30 seconds to one minute until fragrant, making sure not to burn it.
  4. Make the Sauce: Pour the heavy cream into the skillet with the chicken and garlic. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, letting it cook for 3-5 minutes to slightly thicken the sauce.
  5. Add Parmesan Cheese: Stir in the grated parmesan cheese until it melts smoothly into the cream, creating a rich and creamy sauce. If the sauce becomes too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water to thin it to your preferred consistency.
  6. Combine Pasta and Sauce: Toss the cooked fettuccine pasta into the skillet, mixing well to coat the pasta fully with the creamy chicken Alfredo sauce.
  7. Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the dish for color and freshness, then serve immediately while warm and delicious.

Notes

  • Use freshly grated parmesan cheese for the best flavor and creaminess.
  • Add vegetables like broccoli or mushrooms to the sauce for added nutrition and texture.
  • If the sauce thickens too much, thin it with reserved pasta water to reach the desired consistency.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian-American

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