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Ingredients
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Pasta
Alfredo Sauce
Chicken
Method
Pasta Preparation
- 1
Cook the Fettuccine
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the fettuccine pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- 2
Drain and Set Aside
Once cooked, drain the pasta in a colander and set aside. Reserve 1 cup of the pasta water for later use.
Chicken Preparation
- 3
Season the Chicken
Season the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper on both sides.
- 4
Cook the Chicken
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken breasts and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side or until cooked through and golden brown. Remove from the skillet and let rest for a few minutes before slicing.
Alfredo Sauce Preparation
- 5
Melt the Butter
In the same skillet used for the chicken, reduce heat to medium and add the unsalted butter. Allow it to melt completely.
- 6
Add Garlic and Cream
Once melted, add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Then, pour in the heavy cream and stir to combine.
- 7
Incorporate Cheese
Gradually whisk in the grated Parmesan cheese until fully melted and the sauce is creamy. If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water a little at a time until desired consistency is reached.
- 8
Season the Sauce
Season the sauce with salt and black pepper to taste. Stir to combine.
Combining Ingredients
- 9
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the cooked fettuccine to the Alfredo sauce in the skillet. Toss gently to coat the pasta evenly with the sauce.
- 10
Serve
Slice the cooked chicken and place it on top of the pasta. Garnish with chopped parsley and additional Parmesan cheese if desired. Serve immediately.