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A serving of rich chicken alfredo pasta with grilled chicken slices and parmesan cheese.

Chicken Alfredo

This creamy, rich Chicken Alfredo recipe is surprisingly easy to make in just three steps, delivering a decadent meal perfect for any night of the week.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 4 people
Calories 800 kcal

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Large Pot
  • Tongs
  • Whisk

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 2 medium chicken breast
  • 1 lb fettuccine
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 0.5 cup butter
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

Cooking Instructions

  • Season chicken with salt and pepper, then cook in butter until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken and set aside, keeping the pan drippings.
  • In the same pan, simmer heavy cream, Parmesan, and minced garlic until the sauce thickens. Separately, cook fettuccine according to package directions.
  • Toss the cooked fettuccine with the Alfredo sauce and sliced chicken. Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan if desired.

Notes

For a richer flavor, consider adding a pinch of nutmeg to the Alfredo sauce. You can also add some chopped parsley for a fresh garnish.