Creamy Chicken Alfredo Pasta: A Rich and Comforting Classic

August 5, 2024
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Here’s a recipe for a classic Italian dish: Chicken Alfredo Pasta.

Ingredients:

For the Chicken:

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

For the Alfredo Sauce:

  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

For the Pasta:

  • 12 ounces fettuccine or your preferred pasta
  • Salt for the pasta water

Instructions:

Preparing the Chicken:

  1. Season the Chicken:
  • Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder on both sides.
  1. Cook the Chicken:
  • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and golden brown. Remove from the skillet and let rest for a few minutes, then slice into thin strips.

Making the Alfredo Sauce:

  1. Cook the Garlic:
  • In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  1. Prepare the Sauce:
  • Add the butter to the skillet and let it melt. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally.
  • Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and well combined. Season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg (if using).

Preparing the Pasta:

  1. Cook the Pasta:
  • Cook the pasta according to package instructions in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve about 1/2 cup of the pasta cooking water, then drain the pasta.

Assembling the Dish:

  1. Combine Pasta and Sauce:
  • Add the cooked pasta to the Alfredo sauce in the skillet. Toss to coat the pasta in the sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add a bit of the reserved pasta cooking water to reach your desired consistency.
  1. Add the Chicken:
  • Add the sliced chicken to the pasta and toss to combine.
  1. Serve:
  • Serve immediately, garnished with chopped fresh parsley if desired.

Enjoy your creamy and delicious Chicken Alfredo Pasta!