Creamy Chicken Alfredo Pasta That Delights
Creamy Chicken Alfredo Pasta Recipe made approachable with clear cues, pantry staples, and flexible swaps.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine pasta according to package instructions.
- While the pasta is cooking, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then add to the skillet.
- Cook chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side, until cooked through.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest before slicing.
- In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until fully melted.
- Slice the rested chicken and add it to the sauce along with the drained pasta.
- If the sauce is too thick, adjust with reserved pasta water.
- Serve hot, garnished with freshly chopped parsley.