Chicken Alfredo Recipe
Pasta with creamy Alfredo sauce and grilled chicken.
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Grilled Chicken
Alfredo Sauce
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, usually around 10-12 minutes.
- 2
Drain the Pasta
Once cooked, reserve about 1 cup of pasta water and then drain the fettuccine. Set aside.
Grilled Chicken Preparation
- 3
Prepare the Chicken
Rub the chicken breasts with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper on both sides.
- 4
Grill the Chicken
Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked and juices run clear. Remove from heat and let rest, then slice into strips.
Alfredo Sauce Preparation
- 5
- 6
Add Cream and Cheese
Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Gradually whisk in the Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Season with salt and black pepper.
- 7
Combine with Pasta
Add the drained fettuccine to the sauce, tossing to coat. If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water a little at a time until desired consistency is reached.
- 8
Add Chicken
Top the pasta with sliced grilled chicken and sprinkle with chopped parsley before serving.