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Chicken Alfredo

This Chicken Alfredo is a comforting dish combining silky fettuccine, tender chicken, and a rich creamy sauce, perfect for any dinner occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Chicken
  • 8 oz fettuccine pasta Use any preferred pasta style.
  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded Make sure it's at room temperature for easy mixing.
Sauce Ingredients
  • 1 cup heavy cream For a lighter version, half-and-half can be used.
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese Freshly grated is best for flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons butter Unsalted butter recommended.
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced Adjust quantity to taste.
  • Salt and pepper to taste Use fresh ground pepper for better flavor.
  • Parsley for garnish Chopped, for added color.

Method
 

Cooking Pasta
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fettuccine pasta and cook according to package directions (usually about 8-10 minutes) until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Preparing the Sauce
  1. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  2. Pour in the heavy cream, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally for about 3-5 minutes.
  3. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until fully melted and the sauce is smooth.
Combining Ingredients
  1. Add the shredded chicken and drained fettuccine to the skillet, tossing gently to ensure everything is well coated in the sauce.
  2. Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed.
Serving
  1. Transfer to serving plates and garnish with chopped parsley.

Notes

For best results, serve hot and consider pairing with garlic bread or a salad. To store leftovers, refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days.