Creamy Chicken Alfredo (Printable)
Tender chicken and fettuccine coated in a smooth Parmesan cream for a cozy meal.
# What You'll Need:
→ Chicken
01 - 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approximately 1.1 pounds), thinly sliced
02 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
03 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
04 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
→ Pasta
05 - 12 ounces fettuccine
→ Alfredo Sauce
06 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
07 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
08 - 1 cup heavy cream
09 - 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese (about 3 ounces)
10 - 1/2 teaspoon salt, adjust to taste
11 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
12 - Pinch of freshly grated nutmeg (optional)
→ Garnish
13 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
14 - Extra grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
# Directions:
01 - Boil fettuccine in a large pot of salted water according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta cooking water, then drain and set aside.
02 - Sprinkle chicken slices evenly with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
03 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken slices and cook 4 to 5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer cooked chicken to a plate and set aside.
04 - Reduce skillet heat to medium, add unsalted butter and melt. Stir in minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
05 - Pour heavy cream into the skillet and bring to a gentle simmer while stirring frequently. Reduce heat to low.
06 - Whisk in freshly grated Parmesan cheese until sauce is smooth and creamy. Season with salt, black pepper, and a pinch of nutmeg if desired. Thin sauce with reserved pasta water as needed.
07 - Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, add drained fettuccine, and toss gently to coat pasta and chicken evenly with sauce.
08 - Plate immediately and garnish with chopped parsley and additional grated Parmesan if preferred.
# Cooking Tips:
01 -
- This sauce is so velvety and rich it feels like a secret indulgence you're sharing just with close friends
- The tender chicken combined with that creamy fettuccine makes every bite feel like a little celebration
02 -
- Always save some pasta water—it’s the secret to adjusting sauce consistency without watering down flavor
- Using freshly grated Parmesan melts better and makes the sauce silkier than pre-grated types
03 -
- Cook your chicken on medium-high heat to get a beautiful golden crust without drying it out
- A gentle simmer for the sauce keeps it creamy without breaking or separating