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Easy Creamy Chicken Alfredo: 30-Min Comfort

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 650
This creamy chicken Alfredo is a quick and satisfying meal, perfect for a comforting dinner in just 30 minutes.

Ingredients

Protein

  • 1.5 lbs Boneless, skinless chicken breasts (seasoned with salt and pepper)

Oil

  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil (for searing)

Pasta

  • 12 ounces Fettuccine pasta (cook until al dente and reserve pasta water)

Dairy

  • 1-2 tablespoons Butter (for sautéing)
  • 4 cloves Fresh garlic (minced)
  • 1 cup Heavy cream (base of the sauce)
  • 1 cup Freshly grated Parmesan cheese (for flavor)

Seasonings

  • to taste Salt and pepper

Garnish

  • for garnish Fresh parsley

Instructions 

  • Cook the fettuccine until al dente, then drain and reserve some pasta water.
  • Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then sear in olive oil until cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  • In the same pan, sauté minced garlic in butter until fragrant. Add heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, stirring until smooth. Adjust sauce consistency with reserved pasta water if needed.
  • Slice the cooked chicken and add to the sauce along with cooked pasta. Toss to combine and heat through.
  • Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve hot.

Notes

Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best flavor. Reserve some pasta water to adjust the sauce consistency.
Calories: 650kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian-American
Keyword: Chicken, Creamy, Pasta