How to Make Chicken Alfredo Recipe
Chicken Alfredo is a classic Italian-American dish featuring tender, seasoned chicken served over fettuccine pasta coated in a rich, creamy Alfredo sauce. The sauce, made from butter, heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese, is smooth, indulgent, and perfectly complements the pasta and chicken. Often garnished with parsley and extra Parmesan, this comforting dish is a favorite for its simplicity and luxurious flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 lb fettuccine pasta
- 1 lb chicken breast
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup butter divided
- 2 tbsp olive oil + 1 tbsp butter for frying chicken
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- Salt pepper, and paprika (to taste)
- chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Boil fettuccine in salted water as per package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Heat olive oil and 1 tbsp butter in a skillet over medium heat.
- Cook chicken for 4-5 minutes per side until golden and fully cooked. Rest, then slice.
- In the same skillet, sauté garlic for 1 minute.
- Melt 1 cup butter, then stir in heavy cream. Simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper, then whisk in Parmesan until smooth.
- Toss fettuccine in the Alfredo sauce until coated. Plate and top with sliced chicken.
- Garnish with parsley and extra Parmesan. Serve warm.
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Notes
- Use Fresh Parmesan: Freshly grated Parmesan melts better and gives the sauce a smoother, creamier texture.
- Don’t Overheat the Sauce: Keep the heat low to medium to prevent the cream and cheese from separating.
- Rest the Chicken: Let the chicken rest after cooking to retain its juices and ensure tender slices.
- Enjoy your creamy Chicken Alfredo!
Nutrition
Calories: 681kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 37gFat: 55gSaturated Fat: 33gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 235mgSodium: 665mgPotassium: 672mgFiber: 0.1gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 2099IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 380mgIron: 1mg
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