Description
Indulge in a creamy Chicken Alfredo that blends tender sliced chicken with silky heavy‑cream sauce, fresh Parmesan, and buttery fettuccine. This quick‑cook dinner delivers restaurant‑style richness in under 30 minutes, perfect for weeknight meals or special gatherings. Garnish with parsley for color and serve with a simple green salad or crusty bread. Ideal for families craving comfort, this recipe balances protein, carbs, and buttery flavor while staying easy to prepare. Enjoy every creamy bite
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fettuccine pasta
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 pound chicken breast, sliced
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook fettuccine until al dente and set aside.
- Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat, add chicken, season, and cook until browned.
- Add garlic and sauté briefly.
- Pour heavy cream, simmer, and stir in Parmesan until smooth.
- Return chicken and pasta to the sauce, toss to coat, and season.
- Garnish with parsley and serve hot.
Notes
- For a spicier version
- add red‑pepper flakes with the garlic. Use smoked beef strips instead of chicken for a smoky twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 45g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Chicken Alfredo Recipe, easy chicken alfredo, chicken pasta recipe, quick creamy alfredo, chicken fettuccine dinner, 30 minute pasta dish, comfort food chicken alfredo, homemade alfredo sauce, weeknight chicken dinner