Chicken Alfredo Recipe
Pasta tossed in creamy Alfredo sauce with grilled chicken.
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Chicken
Alfredo Sauce
Garnish
Method
Cook the Pasta
- 1
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring salted water to a rolling boil.
- 2
Cook Fettuccine
Add the fettuccine pasta to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions, usually around 8-10 minutes, until al dente.
- 3
Drain and Set Aside
Once cooked, drain the pasta and set aside, reserving a cup of pasta water for later.
Prepare the Chicken
- 4
Season the Chicken
Season the chicken breasts with olive oil, salt, and black pepper on both sides.
- 5
Grill the Chicken
Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked and juices run clear.
- 6
Slice the Chicken
Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing it into strips.
Make the Alfredo Sauce
- 7
- 8
Add Garlic
Once melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- 9
Add Heavy Cream
Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally.
- 10
Add Cheese and Seasoning
Whisk in the grated Parmesan cheese, nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Stir until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
- 11
Combine with Pasta
Add the cooked fettuccine to the sauce, tossing to coat. If the sauce is too thick, add a little reserved pasta water until desired consistency is reached.
Assemble the Dish
- 12
Plate the Pasta
Serve the pasta on plates.
- 13
Add Chicken
Top each serving with sliced grilled chicken.
- 14
Garnish
Sprinkle with chopped parsley before serving.
