Creamy Chicken Alfredo Pasta
Indulge in a classic comfort food with this Creamy Chicken Alfredo Pasta. Tender chicken and perfectly cooked pasta are coated in a rich and flavorful Alfredo sauce for a satisfying meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fettuccine pasta
- 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Add the butter and garlic to the skillet and cook for 1 minute, or until fragrant. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Reduce heat to low and stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add the cooked pasta and chicken to the sauce. Toss to coat.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately.
Notes
For an extra creamy sauce, add a tablespoon of cream cheese along with the Parmesan cheese.
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