Description
A rich and creamy chicken Alfredo pasta made with tender chicken breasts, fettuccine noodles, and a decadent Parmesan cream sauce. Perfect for a comforting and satisfying dinner.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 12 oz fettuccine pasta
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper and cook until golden and fully cooked, about 6-7 minutes per side. Remove and slice.
- Cook the fettuccine pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream, stirring constantly. Let it simmer for 3-4 minutes.
- Add Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and black pepper. Stir until cheese is melted and the sauce thickens.
- Add the cooked pasta and sliced chicken to the skillet. Toss to coat everything evenly in the sauce.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve warm.
Notes
- You can substitute chicken with shrimp for a seafood version.
- Add steamed broccoli or spinach for extra vegetables.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best flavor and texture.