Smoky Paprika Chicken Alfredo with Lemon Feta Whip & Charred Green Beans
Nora
Indulge in this flavorful and elegant Smoky Paprika Chicken Alfredo with Lemon Feta Whip & Charred Green Beans. Creamy fettuccine Alfredo is topped with tender, smoky paprika-seasoned chicken, a tangy lemon feta whip, and charred green beans for texture and freshness. Perfect for a quick dinner, a special occasion, or when you want rich comfort balanced with vibrant flavors. Great for anyone searching for easy dinner ideas, pasta dishes, or bold chicken recipes.
Prep Time 20 minutes mins
Cook Time 25 minutes mins
Total Time 45 minutes mins
Course Dinner
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 650 kcal
2 chicken breasts 2 teaspoons smoked paprika 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 teaspoon salt 0.5 teaspoon black pepper 1 cup heavy cream 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese 2 tablespoons butter 3 cloves garlic, minced 12 ounces fettuccine pasta 8 ounces green beans, trimmed 0.5 cup feta cheese, crumbled 2 tablespoons lemon juice 1 teaspoon lemon zest 2 ounces cream cheese
Season chicken with paprika, salt, and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high and sear until golden and cooked through. Remove and rest.
Cook fettuccine in salted water until al dente. Reserve 1 cup pasta water, then drain.
In the same skillet, melt butter, sauté garlic, add heavy cream, and simmer. Stir in Parmesan and pasta water until creamy.
Toss green beans with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Char in a hot pan until blistered.
Blend feta, cream cheese, lemon juice, and zest until smooth for the whip.
Toss pasta in Alfredo sauce, top with sliced chicken, a dollop of lemon feta whip, and green beans.
Calories: 650 kcal Carbohydrates: 48 g Protein: 40 g Fat: 32 g Saturated Fat: 15 g Cholesterol: 155 mg Sodium: 920 mg Fiber: 4 g Sugar: 4 g Vitamin A: 1200 IU Vitamin C: 20 mg Calcium: 320 mg Iron: 3 mg
Keyword chicken Alfredo, easy chicken recipe, pasta dinner