Ingredients
- Chicken Breasts: 1 pound, boneless and skinless
- Fettuccine Pasta: 16 ounces
- Alfredo Sauce Ingredients:
- Butter: 1/2 cup
- Heavy Cream: 2 cups
- Freshly Grated Parmesan Cheese: 2 cups
- Garlic Clove: 1, minced
- Garlic Powder: 3/4 teaspoon
- Italian Seasoning: 3/4 teaspoon
- Salt: 1/4 teaspoon
- Black Pepper: 1/4 teaspoon
- Optional Enhancements:
- Fresh Herbs (e.g., parsley): 1 tablespoon
- Extra Cheese (e.g., mozzarella): 1/2 cup
- Vegetables (e.g., broccoli, spinach, peas): 1 cup
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Season and cook the chicken until it’s golden and cooked through. Let it rest before slicing.
- Cook the Pasta: Boil fettuccine until al dente; reserve some pasta water for the sauce.
- Make the Alfredo Sauce: Combine butter, cream, and garlic in a pan; add seasonings and Parmesan cheese, stirring until creamy.
- Assemble the Dish: Toss the pasta with Alfredo sauce, top with chicken, and garnish with optional herbs and extra cheese.
Notes
- Ensure to use freshly grated Parmesan for the best melting quality.
- Keep the sauce at a gentle simmer to avoid separating or curdling.
- Adding reserved pasta water can help adjust the sauce’s consistency.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing, Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup
- Calories: 700-800 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 25g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
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