Chicken Fettucine Alfredo
This Chicken Fettucine Alfredo recipe combines tender chicken breasts with creamy homemade Alfredo sauce, tossed with fettucine noodles for a classic Italian-inspired dish that's rich and satisfying.
Equipment
- Large Skillet
- Saucepan
- Cutting Board
Ingredients
- 2 large chicken breasts, pounded even
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups heavy cream, warmed to room temperature
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- 2 cups fresh grated Parmesan cheese
- 16 ounces uncooked fettuccine noodles, fresh or dried
Instructions
- Drizzle and rub 1 tablespoon of olive oil on the chicken breasts. Sprinkle with salt, fresh ground black pepper, and dried Italian seasoning.
- Heat the remaining olive oil in a large skillet or cast iron skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken until golden brown on both sides and cooked through. Remove from the skillet, place it on a cutting board, cover loosely with aluminum foil, and let it rest.
- Melt the butter in a large skillet or saucepan over medium-low heat. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute while stirring. Whisk in the warmed heavy cream, kosher salt, fresh ground black pepper, and dried Italian seasoning. Simmer until slightly thickened, but do not boil. Reduce the heat to low and stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fettuccine noodles and cook al dente according to the package directions. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water and drain well.
- Add the cooked fettuccine noodles to the Alfredo sauce. Cut the rested chicken into thin slices and add it to the pasta. Season with additional salt and fresh ground black pepper to taste. If desired, sprinkle with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
Notes
This Chicken Fettucine Alfredo is a classic Italian dish that's perfect for a cozy dinner. The homemade Alfredo sauce is rich and creamy, pairing perfectly with tender chicken and fettuccine noodles.