Description
This Chicken Alfredo is the ultimate comfort food—creamy, rich, and packed with flavor. Tender chicken breasts are seasoned and pan-seared, then paired with a luscious Alfredo sauce made from butter, heavy cream, and freshly grated Parmesan. Served over fettuccine or linguine, this dish is perfect for a cozy dinner with family or friends.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 1 lb (450g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
For the Pasta:
- 10 oz (280g) fettuccine or linguine
- 1 tsp salt (for boiling water)
For the Alfredo Sauce:
- 1 stick (8 tbsp or 113g) unsalted butter
- 2 cups (480ml) heavy cream
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 1/4 cups (125g) freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional garnish)
Instructions
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Cook the Pasta: In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the fettuccine or linguine and cook according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
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Prepare the Chicken:
- Season the chicken breasts with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook for 6-7 minutes per side until fully cooked and golden brown.
- Remove the chicken from the pan and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing it into thin strips.
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Make the Alfredo Sauce:
- In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Stir and bring to a simmer. Cook for 3-4 minutes to thicken slightly.
- Lower the heat and gradually stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
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Combine: Add the cooked pasta to the Alfredo sauce, tossing gently to coat the noodles in the sauce.
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Serve: Top with sliced chicken, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve immediately.
Notes
- For a lighter version, you can substitute half-and-half for the heavy cream and reduce the butter by half.
- If the sauce is too thick, add a little pasta water to reach your desired consistency.
- This dish can also be made with grilled chicken or shrimp for a variation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Pan-frying, Boiling, Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian-American