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Creamy Chicken Alfredo Made Easy

Creamy Chicken Alfredo Made Easy

Silky Alfredo sauce, tender chicken, and perfectly coated fettuccine—comfort food made simple. Your weeknight Italian favorite, done right.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 12 oz dried fettuccine pasta
  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts patted dry
  • 1.25 tsp kosher salt divided
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter divided
  • 2.5 tsp minced garlic
  • 1.5 cup heavy cream
  • 0.5 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1.25 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese plus extra for serving
  • 0.5 cup reserved pasta water as needed
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tsp lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 0.125 tsp ground nutmeg optional
  • 0.25 tsp red pepper flakes optional heat

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  • Season chicken with 1 tsp salt and the black pepper.
  • Heat olive oil and 1 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Sear chicken until golden and cooked through, 4–5 minutes per side. Transfer to rest.
  • Cook fettuccine until just shy of al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water and drain.
  • Lower skillet heat to medium. Melt remaining butter, then stir in garlic for 30 seconds.
  • Pour in cream and broth. Simmer gently, stirring, until slightly thickened, 3–4 minutes.
  • Whisk in Parmesan gradually until smooth. Add nutmeg and a pinch of the remaining salt.
  • Slice rested chicken thinly. Toss pasta into the sauce, loosening with pasta water as needed.
  • Fold in chicken. Finish with parsley and lemon juice. Taste and adjust seasoning.
  • Serve hot with extra Parmesan and a pinch of red pepper flakes if desired.

Notes

Try swapping half the cream with whole milk for a lighter sauce, or use cooked shrimp instead of chicken. Leftovers reheat gently with a splash of pasta water or cream over low heat.
This recipe is an original creation inspired by classic Creamy Chicken Alfredo Made Easy flavors. All ingredient ratios and instructions are independently developed.