Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo: Indulgent Comfort Food Made Easy
Indulge in a creamy and delicious Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo that’s easy to make at home.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-free optional
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound chicken breast, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced chicken and cook until golden brown and cooked through.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer, then reduce heat.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Add the cooked fettuccine to the skillet and toss to coat in the Alfredo sauce.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, consider using a mix of Parmesan and Romano cheese.
- You can add vegetables like broccoli or spinach for extra nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 35 grams
- Saturated Fat: 20 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 50 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 30 grams
- Cholesterol: 90 milligrams
Keywords: Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo, comfort food, creamy pasta