Chicken Alfredo: Creamy, Easy Comfort Food for Any Night
Learn how to make a creamy and delicious Chicken Alfredo that’s surprisingly easy to prepare, perfect for any night of the week.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fettuccine
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound chicken breast, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook fettuccine according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and cook the chicken until golden brown.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Add the cooked fettuccine to the sauce, tossing to coat.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- This dish can be easily customized with vegetables like broccoli or spinach.
- Leftovers taste great reheated but may require a splash of cream to loosen the sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 800
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 50g
- Saturated Fat: 30g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Chicken Alfredo, Creamy Alfredo, Easy Dinner