Description
Creamy chicken fettuccine alfredo delivers classic Italian comfort with luxurious pasta and rich sauce. Parmesan-coated tender chicken and silky noodles promise a delightful meal you’ll savor with each delectable bite.
Ingredients
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Main Protein:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced
Pasta and Liquid Base:
- 375 grams (13 ounces) uncooked fettuccine pasta
- 4 cups low sodium chicken broth
- 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
Seasonings and Finishing Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons oil
- 3 cloves garlic, finely minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Sear the chicken pieces in a hot skillet with fragrant garlic until they develop a golden-brown exterior, ensuring even cooking and rich flavor development.
- Pour in chicken broth and season with salt and pepper, allowing the liquid to reach a vigorous boil and infuse the meat with additional seasoning.
- Introduce fettuccine pasta directly into the bubbling liquid, gently maneuvering the strands to prevent sticking and promote uniform cooking until they reach a perfect al dente texture.
- Gradually pour heavy cream into the skillet, creating a luxurious base for the sauce, then sprinkle freshly grated Parmesan cheese, stirring continuously to achieve a smooth, velvety consistency.
- Once the sauce has thickened and coats the pasta and chicken elegantly, remove from heat, letting the residual warmth further meld the flavors and create a creamy, indulgent dish.
- Transfer the steaming fettuccine Alfredo to serving plates, garnishing with additional Parmesan and fresh herbs if desired, and serve immediately to preserve the optimal temperature and texture.
Notes
- Choose boneless, skinless chicken breasts for the most tender and lean protein in this classic dish.
- Grate fresh Parmesan cheese instead of using pre-packaged to enhance the sauce’s richness and authentic flavor.
- Control the sauce’s consistency by adjusting cream and cheese quantities – add more cream for a lighter sauce or more cheese for a thicker texture.
- For a healthier version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or whole milk and use whole wheat fettuccine to boost nutritional value.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 680
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 35 g
- Saturated Fat: 20 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 60 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg