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Creamy Chicken Alfredo Pasta

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 650
A rich and creamy pasta dish featuring tender chicken and a luscious Alfredo sauce, perfect for a comforting meal.

Ingredients

Pasta

  • 12 ounces fettuccine pasta

Sauce

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts (thinly sliced)
  • Salt and black pepper Salt and black pepper (to taste)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • ¼ teaspoon nutmeg (optional)

Garnish

  • Fresh parsley fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions 

  • Cook the pasta until al dente, then drain and set aside.
  • Cook sliced chicken in olive oil until golden, then remove from skillet.
  • Sauté garlic in the same skillet, then add cream, butter, Parmesan, and nutmeg. Stir until smooth.
  • Return chicken to sauce, add pasta, and toss to combine. Garnish with parsley before serving.

Notes

For a lighter version, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
Calories: 650kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: Chicken, Cream, pasta