Classic Chicken Alfredo Pasta
Dinah kadzo (@75811)This creamy, comforting Italian classic is surprisingly easy to whip up at home and tastes just like something you'd find in a restaurant.
Ingredients
- 1lbfettuccine pasta
- 2piecelarge chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 2tbspolive oil
- 4tbspunsalted butter
- 2cupsheavy cream
- 1cupgrated Parmesan cheese
- 3clovegarlic, minced
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Extra Parmesan cheese, for serving
How to make Classic Chicken Alfredo Pasta
Cook the pasta
In a large pot, bring water to a boil with a pinch of salt. Add the fettuccine and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Cook the chicken
Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 5-6 minutes on each side or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
Once cooked, remove from the skillet, let rest for a few minutes, and then slice into thin strips.
Prepare the Alfredo sauce
In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium-low and add the butter. Allow it to melt, then add the minced garlic. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Pour in the heavy cream, stirring continuously. Bring to a simmer and let it cook for 3-4 minutes, until it thickens slightly.
Gradually add the Parmesan cheese, stirring until it melts and becomes smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Combine pasta and sauce
Add the cooked fettuccine to the skillet with the sauce, tossing until the pasta is well coated.
Place the sliced chicken on top and gently mix everything together.
Garnish and serve
Top with chopped parsley and extra Parmesan cheese. Serve hot and enjoy!
Tips & Tricks
For a richer flavor, use freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
Let the chicken rest before slicing to retain its juices.
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Dinah kadzo
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Hi, I’m Dinah kadzo.I love cooking simple and tasty meals that anyone can make at home. I believe that good food should be easy, fun,...