Chicken Alfredo
A creamy and comforting Chicken Alfredo recipe that combines fettuccine noodles with a rich sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
Pasta and Chicken
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 cup cooked chicken breast, sliced (optional) Feel free to omit for a vegetarian version.
Sauce Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream Can be substituted with half-and-half or a non-dairy milk blended with cornstarch.
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese Use freshly grated for better flavor.
- to taste Salt
- to taste Pepper
- for garnish Chopped parsley
Instructions
Preparation
- Cook fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente; drain.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté garlic until fragrant.
- Add heavy cream and simmer for a few minutes.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Season with salt and pepper.
Combining
- Add cooked pasta and chicken to the skillet, tossing to coat in the sauce.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve warm.
Notes
For best flavors, use freshly grated Parmesan instead of pre-packaged cheese. Consider adding sautéed mushrooms, spinach, or sun-dried tomatoes for extra flavor.