Lunch Fettuccine Alfredo Recipe
Fettuccine pasta tossed in creamy Alfredo sauce with your choice of grilled chicken, shrimp, or crawfish.
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Alfredo Sauce
Protein (choose one)
Garnish
Method
Cook the Pasta
- 1
Boil Water
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat.
- 2
Cook Fettuccine
Add the fettuccine pasta to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes.
- 3
Drain and Set Aside
Once cooked, drain the pasta and set it aside. Do not rinse.
Prepare the Alfredo Sauce
- 4
Melt Butter
In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter.
- 5
Add Garlic
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- 6
Add Heavy Cream
Pour in the heavy cream and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Allow it to cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 7
Add Parmesan Cheese
Gradually whisk in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce is smooth.
- 8
Season the Sauce
Stir in the salt and black pepper to taste.
Combine Pasta and Sauce
- 9
Add Cooked Pasta
Add the drained fettuccine to the Alfredo sauce, tossing to coat the pasta evenly.
- 10
Incorporate Protein
Add your choice of grilled chicken, shrimp, or crawfish to the pasta and sauce, mixing well until heated through.
Serve
- 11
Plate the Dish
Serve the Fettuccine Alfredo in bowls.
- 12
Garnish
Top with chopped fresh parsley and sprinkle additional Parmesan cheese on top if desired.
