Chicken Alfredo Recipe
Fettuccine pasta with creamy Alfredo sauce and grilled chicken.
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Chicken
Alfredo Sauce
Method
Pasta Preparation
- 1
Cook the Fettuccine
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fettuccine pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, typically about 8-10 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- 2
Drain and Set Aside
Once cooked, drain the pasta in a colander and set aside. Reserve a cup of pasta water in case you need to thin the sauce later.
Chicken Preparation
- 3
Season the Chicken
While the pasta cooks, season the chicken breasts on both sides with garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
- 4
Grill the Chicken
In a skillet or grill pan, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken breasts and cook for about 6-7 minutes per side, or until the chicken is cooked through and has nice grill marks. Remove from heat and let rest for a few minutes before slicing.
Alfredo Sauce Preparation
- 5
Melt Butter and Sauté Garlic
In the same skillet used for the chicken, reduce the heat to medium and add 1 tablespoon of butter. Once melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- 6
Add Cream and Cheese
Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Continue to cook, stirring frequently, until the cheese is melted and the sauce has thickened slightly, about 3-5 minutes.
- 7
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the drained fettuccine to the sauce, tossing to coat evenly. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of reserved pasta water to reach desired consistency.
- 8
Serve
Slice the grilled chicken and arrange it on top of the pasta. Garnish with chopped parsley and additional Parmesan if desired. Serve immediately.