Chicken Alfredo Pasta
A creamy and rich Chicken Alfredo Pasta recipe that combines tender pasta with a savory Alfredo sauce, perfect for weeknights or special occasions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: None
Ingredients
- 12 ounces fettuccine or your choice of pasta
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente, usually 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside, reserving a cup of pasta water.
- Sauté the chicken in a large skillet with olive oil over medium heat. Season with salt and pepper, cooking until golden brown and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- Prepare the sauce by melting the butter in the same skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the heavy cream, stirring to combine with the garlic butter. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Combine the grated Parmesan cheese gradually, mixing until smooth. Adjust thickness with reserved pasta water, if necessary.
- Mix everything together by adding the cooked pasta and chicken back to the skillet. Stir well to coat and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
For a vegetarian option, replace chicken with sautéed mushrooms or roasted vegetables.