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Creamy Chicken Alfredo pasta dish with fresh herbs and parmesan cheese

Easy Chicken Alfredo

Easy Chicken Alfredo is a simple and satisfying dish that combines tender chicken and pasta in a creamy Alfredo sauce, perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Chicken
  • 400 g fettuccine Can substitute with any pasta type.
  • 800 g chicken breast Cut into slices after cooking.
Sauce Ingredients
  • 200 ml heavy cream For a lighter version, substitute with low-fat milk.
  • 50 g butter Melted with garlic for flavor.
  • 100 g parmesan cheese Use freshly grated for better melting.
  • 2 cloves garlic Minced; adjust amount to taste.

Method
 

Cooking Pasta
  1. Cook the fettuccine according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Cooking Chicken
  1. While the pasta is cooking, season and cook the chicken breast in a skillet over medium heat until fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes per side.
  2. Remove the chicken from the skillet and slice it.
Making the Sauce
  1. In the same skillet, melt the butter and sauté the minced garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  2. Add the heavy cream and grated parmesan cheese to the melted butter and garlic. Stir until the cheese is melted and the sauce is creamy.
Combining
  1. Toss the cooked pasta and sliced chicken in the Alfredo sauce until well coated.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. Reheat gently, adding a splash of milk or cream if needed. You can add vegetables like broccoli or spinach for nutrition, or red pepper flakes for spice.