Description
A creamy and comforting Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo made with tender chicken, fettuccine, and rich Parmesan sauce, perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
12 oz fettuccine pasta
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 large chicken breasts, sliced
Salt and black pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
Extra parmesan for serving
Instructions
1. Cook the fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Cook 5–7 minutes until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
3. In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic for 1–2 minutes.
4. Add heavy cream, Italian seasoning, and nutmeg. Simmer 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened.
5. Gradually whisk in grated parmesan until smooth and creamy.
6. Add cooked fettuccine and chicken to the sauce. Toss gently until evenly coated.
7. Garnish with parsley and extra parmesan. Serve immediately.
Notes
Add vegetables like peas or spinach for extra nutrition.
Use half-and-half instead of heavy cream for a lighter version.
Add red pepper flakes for a subtle kick.
Use rotisserie chicken for a quicker version.
Best enjoyed fresh; cream sauce does not freeze well.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Saute and Simmer
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 125mg