Fettuccini “alfredo”, C/ Camarão Ou Frango Recipe
Fettuccini “Alfredo”, w/ Shrimp or Chicken Breast
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Protein
Sauce
Garnish
Method
Cooking Pasta
- 1
Boil the Water
In a large pot, bring water to a rolling boil. Add 1 tablespoon of salt to the boiling water.
- 2
Cook Fettuccini
Add the fettuccini to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 10-12 minutes. Stir occasionally.
- 3
Drain the Pasta
Once cooked, drain the pasta in a colander and set aside, reserving about 1 cup of pasta water.
Preparing Protein
- 4
Cook the Shrimp (or Chicken)
In a large skillet over medium heat, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil. If using shrimp, cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque. If using chicken, cook for 6-7 minutes on each side until fully cooked and golden brown. Remove from skillet and set aside.
Making the Sauce
- 5
Melt the Butter
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to low and add 1 cup of unsalted butter. Allow it to melt gently.
- 6
Add Garlic and Cream
Once the butter is melted, add 4 minced garlic cloves and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Then, pour in 1 cup of heavy cream. Stir well to combine.
- 7
Incorporate Cheese and Seasonings
Gradually whisk in 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese, 1 teaspoon of black pepper, and 1 teaspoon of grated nutmeg. Stir until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
Combining Ingredients
- 8
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the drained fettuccini to the sauce and toss to coat the pasta evenly. If the sauce is too thick, add a little reserved pasta water until the desired consistency is reached.
- 9
Add Cooked Protein
Add the cooked shrimp or chicken to the pasta and sauce mixture. Toss gently to combine.
- 10
