Description
A cozy, creamy Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo that’s perfect for weeknight dinners, bringing comfort and joy to the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 2 chicken breasts, cooked and sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth, creating a rich sauce.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, adjusting for your preference.
- Add the cooked pasta and sliced chicken to the sauce, tossing gently to coat each strand.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of color and flavor.
Notes
Feel free to customize with veggies or different proteins for a new twist!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 100mg