Description
Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo is a creamy, indulgent dish that effortlessly transforms any ordinary meal into a festive occasion. With tender chicken and perfectly cooked fettuccine enveloped in a rich garlic-infused Alfredo sauce, this recipe is a crowd-pleaser for family dinners or casual gatherings. Easy enough for weeknights yet impressive for guests, you’ll love how quickly it comes together. Enjoy every luscious bite as you create lasting memories around the dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Cook fettuccine in salted boiling water until al dente (8–10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then cook for 6–7 minutes on each side until golden and cooked through. Remove from pan and let rest.
- In the same skillet, reduce heat to low, add minced garlic, and cook until fragrant (about 1 minute). Gradually stir in heavy cream.
- Whisk in Parmesan cheese until smooth and creamy.
- Slice chicken and return to the skillet with drained fettuccine. Toss until well coated in the sauce.
- Garnish with parsley if desired, serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg