Description
Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo is the ultimate comfort food featuring tender fettuccine pasta coated in a creamy, rich sauce with succulent chicken. This classic Italian-American dish brings warmth to any table, making it perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or festive gatherings. With its simple ingredients and quick preparation, you’ll impress family and friends with this delicious meal that feels indulgent yet is easy to make.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 12 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping garlic and grating Parmesan cheese.
- Cook the fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente; drain.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper and cook until golden brown (6-7 minutes per side). Remove from skillet and slice.
- In the same skillet, melt butter over low heat, add garlic, then pour in heavy cream. Bring to a gentle simmer before whisking in Parmesan until smooth.
- Add sliced chicken and fettuccine to the sauce, stirring to coat well.
- Serve immediately with additional Parmesan or parsley if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 752
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 824mg
- Fat: 46g
- Saturated Fat: 26g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 126mg