Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo
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Creamy chicken fettuccine Alfredo is a rich pasta dish with tender chicken pieces coated in a smooth Parmesan sauce.
- Author: Hank
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Total Time: 30 mins
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Low Lactose
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
- Cook fettuccine according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Cook chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until fully cooked. Remove and slice into strips.
- In the same pan, melt butter and sauté garlic for 1 minute.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Add cooked pasta and chicken strips to the sauce, tossing to coat evenly.
- Garnish with chopped parsley if desired.
Notes
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for best flavor.
- Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 680
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 48g
- Saturated Fat: 28g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 185mg