Chicken Alfredo Recipe
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Chicken
Alfredo Sauce
Method
Cooking the Pasta
- 1
Boil the Water
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil over high heat.
- 2
Cook the Fettuccine
Add the fettuccine pasta to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions until al dente, approximately 8-10 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- 3
Drain and Set Aside
Once cooked, drain the pasta in a colander and set aside. Reserve a cup of pasta water for later use.
Cooking the Chicken
- 4
Prepare the Chicken
While the pasta is cooking, season the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper on both sides.
- 5
Cook the Chicken
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken breasts and cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- 6
Slice the Chicken
Remove the chicken from the skillet, let it rest for a few minutes, then slice it into thin strips.
Making the Alfredo Sauce
- 7
Melt the Butter
In the same skillet used for the chicken, reduce the heat to medium and add the unsalted butter. Allow it to melt completely.
- 8
Add Garlic and Cream
Once the butter has melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Then, pour in the heavy cream and stir well.
- 9
Incorporate Parmesan
Gradually add the grated Parmesan cheese to the sauce, stirring constantly until it has melted and the sauce is smooth. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- 10
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the cooked fettuccine to the skillet with the Alfredo sauce. Toss everything together, adding reserved pasta water as needed to reach the desired consistency.
Serving
- 11
Plate the Dish
Serve the pasta onto plates, topped with sliced chicken. Garnish with chopped parsley.
- 12
Enjoy
Serve immediately while hot, and enjoy your delicious Chicken Alfredo!