Quick Easy Chicken Alfredo Pasta: A Comforting Weeknight Delight
Enjoy this Quick & Easy Chicken Alfredo Pasta for a delicious and comforting weeknight meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked fettuccine
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then add to the skillet.
- Cook the chicken until golden and cooked through, about 6-7 minutes per side.
- Remove chicken from skillet and slice.
- In the same skillet, add heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Add the cooked fettuccine to the sauce and mix well.
- Serve pasta topped with sliced chicken.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add Italian herbs to the sauce.
- Serve with garlic bread and a side salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Quick & Easy Chicken Alfredo Pasta