Description
Creamy and decadent, this Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo recipe is a classic favorite for pasta lovers. Tender chicken and al dente fettuccine are smothered in a rich homemade Alfredo sauce, making for a satisfying and comforting meal.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken:
- 2 chicken breasts (cut in half lengthwise)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt & pepper (to taste)
- Flour (for dredging)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 tablespoons butter (divided)
For the Alfredo Sauce:
- 8 ounces uncooked fettuccine
- 4 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup heavy/whipping cream
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 2 large cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Take the cream cheese out to soften. Grate the parmesan cheese.
- Cook the Fettuccine: Boil salted water and cook fettuccine al dente.
- Cook the Chicken: Season chicken, coat in flour, and cook in a skillet until golden and cooked through.
- Make the Alfredo Sauce: In the same skillet, combine butter, cream cheese, cream, chicken broth, and garlic. Let it simmer until thickened.
- Finish the Dish: Add parmesan cheese to the sauce, then toss in the fettuccine. Serve with chicken on top.
Notes
- For a lighter version, you can use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
- Feel free to add cooked vegetables like broccoli or peas for extra flavor and nutrition.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 750
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 48g
- Saturated Fat: 25g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 170mg
Keywords: Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo, Alfredo Pasta Recipe, Creamy Fettuccine Alfredo
