Chicken Alfredo Pasta
Chicken Alfredo Pasta isn’t just a weeknight dinner. It’s comfort food royalty! Creamy, savory, and endlessly customizable. It’s the dish to make when you need a quick fix or a hearty crowd-pleaser.
Chicken Alfredo is one of those timeless pasta recipes that’s always a hit. With tender chicken, fettuccine pasta, and a rich creamy sauce – it’s the perfect 30-minute meal for easy weeknight dinners!
This pasta recipe comes together fast, with simple ingredients and big flavor. t’s built around a silky homemade Alfredo sauce – just butter, garlic, cream, and Parmesan.
Whether you’re new to cooking or a seasoned pro, this chicken fettuccine Alfredo recipe delivers restaurant-style results without the fuss.
Why You’ll Love This Chicken Alfredo
- Quick and Easy: Ready in about 35 minutes, perfect for busy evenings.
- Rich and Creamy: The sauce is velvety smooth and incredibly satisfying.
- Customizable: Add your favorite veggies or switch up the protein to keep things interesting.
- Family-Friendly: A hit with both kids and adults alike.
Chicken Alfredo Recipe
There’s something undeniably comforting about a plate of creamy Chicken Alfredo. It’s rich, satisfying, and surprisingly easy to make at home. Whether you’re cooking for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion, this recipe delivers every time.
Ingredients for Pasta
- Fettuccine pasta (dry)
- Water, salt and pepper
- Fresh parsley (chopped)
Ingredients for Sauce
- Chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
- Butter
- Garlic
- Heavy cream
- Freshly grated parmesan cheese
- Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper
How to Make Chicken Alfredo Sauce
The real magic of this pasta starts with an easy Alfredo sauce that’s rich, velvety, and surprisingly simple to make. So ditch the store-bought stuff and make this homemade chicken Alfredo sauce instead.
Step 1: Season the Chicken
In a bowl, combine the sliced chicken with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Mix well and let it marinate for about 15 minutes.
Step 2: Sauté the Garlic
Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds, just until fragrant – don’t let it brown.
Step 3: Cook the Chicken
Add the seasoned chicken to the skillet, spreading it out evenly. Cook for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is lightly browned.
Step 4: Simmer the Sauce
Reduce the heat to low. Pour in the heavy cream and stir to combine. Let the sauce simmer gently for about 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
Step 5: Add the Cheese
Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt if needed. Remember the pasta will be salted too.
How to Make Chicken Alfredo Pasta
Step 6: Cook the Pasta
Boil fettuccine in salted water for 2 minutes less than the package suggests. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain.
Step 7: Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the drained fettuccine to the skillet with the Alfredo sauce. Toss gently to coat the pasta evenly. If the sauce is too thick, add some of the reserved pasta water, a little at a time, until you reach the desired consistency.
Step 8: Serve
Garnish with parsley and black pepper. Serve hot.
Tips for Success
- Use fresh Parmesan: Grating your own cheese ensures a smoother sauce.
- Cook pasta after the sauce is ready: This keeps the pasta from drying out or clumping.
- Don’t overcook the pasta: Since it will continue cooking in the sauce.
Storage and Reheating
- Make Ahead: Make the Alfredo sauce up to 2 days ahead and store it in the fridge in an airtight container. Reheat gently and toss with freshly cooked pasta for best texture.
- Leftovers: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Add a splash of milk or pasta water before reheating if the sauce thickens.
- Reheating: Reheat on the stovetop over low heat, stirring often. Add a little cream or water to loosen the sauce.
Variations to Try
- Shrimp Alfredo
- Creamy Mushroom Pasta (Alfredo inspired sauce)
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Chicken Alfredo Recipe
INGREDIENTS
For the Chicken:
- 1 lb (450g) chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning (or mixed herbs)
For the Sauce:
- 3 tbsp butter (unsalted)
- 1 tbsp garlic (minced)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup parmesan cheese
- salt and pepper (to taste)
For the Pasta
- 8 oz (225g) fettuccine pasta (dry)
INSTRUCTIONS
- Season the chicken: Toss thinly sliced chicken with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Set aside for 15 minutes.
Make the Chicken Alfredo Sauce
- Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
- Add the seasoned chicken to the skillet, spreading it out evenly. Cook for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is lightly browned.
- Reduce the heat to low. Pour in the heavy cream and stir to combine. Let the sauce simmer gently for about 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and chicken to cook through.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt if needed.
Cook the Pasta
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fettuccine and cook until al dente, about 2 minutes less than the package instructions. Before draining, reserve 1 cup of the pasta water. Drain the pasta and set aside.
Combine Pasta and Sauce
- Add the drained fettuccine to the skillet with the Alfredo sauce. Toss gently to coat the pasta evenly. If the sauce is too thick, add some of the reserved pasta water, a little at a time, until you reach the desired consistency. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley.
- Serve the Chicken Alfredo hot with freshly cracked black pepper.
NOTES
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- Use fresh Parmesan – grating your own cheese ensures a smoother sauce.
- Cook pasta after the sauce is ready – this keeps the pasta from drying out or clumping, since it goes straight from the water into the sauce.
- Don’t overcook the pasta since it will continue cooking in the sauce.
- Don’t overheat the sauce after adding cheese or it may become grainy.
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