Description
Looking for a creamy, comforting dinner idea that feels fancy but cooks fast? This Chicken Alfredo recipe brings together juicy pan-seared chicken, perfectly cooked fettuccine, and a luscious garlic-Parmesan cream sauce. It’s rich, satisfying, and ready in about 30 minutes. Whether you’re after an easy dinner, a comforting pasta dish, or weeknight food ideas, this one delivers on every front. A true easy recipe that’s big on flavor and short on fuss.
Ingredients
2 chicken breasts
8 oz fettuccine pasta
2 tablespoons butter
1 cup heavy cream
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons parsley, chopped (optional)
1/2 cup pasta water (reserved)
Instructions
1. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Sear in a hot skillet with a bit of olive oil for 5–6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Set aside to rest, then slice thinly.
2. Cook fettuccine in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water and drain.
3. In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.
4. Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
5. Add the pasta to the sauce and toss to coat, adding reserved water as needed to loosen.
6. Plate the pasta and top with sliced chicken. Garnish with parsley and extra Parmesan if desired.
Notes
For best flavor, always use freshly grated Parmesan rather than pre-shredded.
Add a touch of pasta water to reheat leftovers and bring the sauce back to life.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 145mg
Keywords: easy dinner, creamy pasta, chicken recipes, comfort food, pasta night