Creamiest Chicken Alfredo Pasta
A rich and creamy chicken Alfredo pasta that combines tender chicken, silky sauce, and perfectly cooked pasta for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
Chicken
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced or cubed
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Pasta
- 12 oz fettuccine or tagliatelle pasta
Sauce
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter (½ stick / 56g)
- 1 tsp chopped garlic (2-3 cloves, minced)
- 1 tbsp finely chopped onions or shallots
- 2 cups double cream or heavy cream
- 0.5 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups shredded low-moisture, part-skim mozzarella cheese
- 1 tsp fresh parsley, chopped (plus more for garnish)
- 1 cup reserved pasta water
Instructions
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, and paprika. Cook in olive oil until golden and cooked through, then set aside.
- Cook pasta until al dente, reserving 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- In the same skillet, melt butter, sauté garlic and onions, then add cream and simmer gently.
- Gradually whisk in Parmesan and mozzarella until smooth, then add cooked pasta and chicken, tossing to coat.
- Add reserved pasta water gradually until sauce reaches desired consistency, stir in parsley, and serve.
Notes
Use freshly grated cheese for the best flavor and texture.