Craving Creamy Dreamy Chicken Alfredo That Tastes Like It Came Straight From Your Favorite Italian Restaurant? You Are About To Find Out How To Make It At Home Without Needing A Chef’s Hat Or A Second Mortgage.
Why This Chicken Alfredo Recipe Rocks
You Ever Order Chicken Alfredo At A Restaurant And Think, “There’s No Way I Could Make It This Good At Home”? Yep. Been There Too. Then I Actually Tried It And Wow. With The Right Method And Just A Little Patience, This Dish Turns Out So Good You’ll Forget All About That Overpriced Plate You Once Splurged On After A Long Day.
This Recipe Uses Real Cream, Real Cheese, And No Weird Jarred Shortcuts. We Go Big On Flavor Without Making It Complicated. And Do Not Worry About Needing Ten Kinds Of Cheese From A Village In Italy. You Can Make This With Stuff From A Regular Grocery Store.
Ingredients
Here’s What You’ll Need To Get Started. Nothing Too Fancy. Promise.
- 2 Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts
- Salt And Pepper
- 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
- 3 Cloves Garlic (Minced)
- 1 Cup Heavy Cream
- 1 Cup Freshly Grated Parmesan Cheese
- 1 Tablespoon Unsalted Butter
- 8 Ounces Fettuccine Pasta
- Chopped Parsley (For Garnish)
How To Make Chicken Alfredo
Step 1: Cook The Chicken
Heat The Olive Oil In A Skillet Over Medium Heat. Season Your Chicken With Salt And Pepper On Both Sides. Place The Chicken In The Skillet And Cook Until Golden On Each Side And Cooked Through. It Takes About 5 To 7 Minutes Per Side Depending On How Thick The Pieces Are. Remove The Chicken And Let It Rest. Do Not Jump Ahead. Give It A Minute.
Step 2: Boil The Pasta
Boil The Fettuccine In Salted Water. Do Not Forget To Stir Once In A While So The Noodles Do Not Clump Together Like Your Headphones In Your Pocket. Cook Until Al Dente Which Just Means Not Mushy. Drain And Set It Aside.
Step 3: Make The Sauce
In The Same Skillet Melt The Butter On Low Heat. Add The Minced Garlic And Cook For About 30 Seconds. Pour In The Heavy Cream And Stir Constantly Until It Starts To Thicken A Little.
Step 4: Add The Cheese
Reduce Heat To Low And Stir In The Parmesan Cheese Slowly. Do Not Dump It All At Once Or Your Sauce Might Get Lumpy. Stir It Until Smooth And Slightly Thicker. Add Salt And Pepper To Taste.
Step 5: Combine Everything
Slice Your Cooked Chicken Into Strips Or Chunks. Add It To The Sauce Along With The Drained Pasta. Toss Until Every Noodle Is Lovingly Coated In That Creamy Goodness. Sprinkle With Parsley If You Feel Like Getting A Little Classy.
Tips To Keep It Extra Creamy
Want To Avoid A Sauce That Breaks Or Turns Into Cheesy Soup? Follow These Quick Tips Like Your Dinner Depends On It Because It Kinda Does.
- Use Freshly Grated Parmesan. That Pre Shredded Stuff Does Not Melt The Same. It Is Coated With Anti Caking Agents That Mess With The Creaminess.
- Do Not Boil The Sauce. Keep Your Heat Low Or You Will End Up With Scrambled Alfredo. Not Cute.
- Add Pasta Water If Needed. Need To Thin The Sauce A Bit? A Spoonful Or Two Of The Pasta Water Works Magic.
Make It Your Own
Want To Mix Things Up? Here Is How To Make This Recipe Feel Like It Was Made Just For You Because It Was.
- Add Mushrooms Or Spinach For Extra Texture And Flavor.
- Use Shrimp Or Salmon Instead Of Chicken If You Are Feeling A Little More Seafood Friendly.
- Want Heat? A Pinch Of Red Pepper Flakes Can Liven It Up Without Turning It Into Fire In Your Mouth Territory.
- Go Gluten Free With Your Favorite Gluten Free Pasta. Nobody Is Judging.
The Strange Joy Of Leftovers
You Might Think Pasta Smothered In Cream Would Turn Into A Sticky Mess The Next Day. But It Actually Reheats Surprisingly Well. Just Add A Splash Of Milk Before Microwaving And Stir Occasionally. Boom. Second Day Alfredo Magic.
If You Are Like Me And Secretly Enjoy Cold Pasta Straight From The Fridge We Are Now Best Friends.
Why Skip The Jarred Stuff
Once You Have Had Homemade Alfredo Sauce It Is Hard To Go Back To The Jar. That Store Bought Stuff Just Does Not Have The Same Richness. It Always Tastes A Little Off. Plus Making It From Scratch Takes About 15 Minutes. You Have Wasted More Time Scrolling Through Your Phone At Red Lights.
And There Are No Weird Preservatives Or Ingredients You Cannot Pronounce. Just Cream Butter Cheese Garlic. What More Do You Need?
Want To Impress Someone
You Could Whip This Up For A Date Night And They Will Think You Went To Culinary School. Just Pour A Glass Of Wine And Casually Mention You Made The Sauce Yourself. Instant Chef Status. No Fancy Tuition Required.
Final Thoughts
This Creamy Chicken Alfredo Is Your New Go To For A Quick Dinner That Feels Indulgent Without Being Fussy. Whether You Are Cooking For Guests Or Just Treating Yourself Again This Recipe Delivers Every Single Time.
Think About It. One Pan One Pot And About 30 Minutes Later You Have Got A Bowl Of Happiness. What More Could You Want After A Long Day?
Still Hungry For More Inspiration? Check Out Easy Pasta Recipes And Kitchen Tips On Our Site To Make Your Next Dinner Just As Delicious.
Creamy Dreamy Chicken Alfredo
Ingredients
Method
- Season 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Cook the chicken in the skillet for 5 to 7 minutes per side, or until golden and cooked through.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest.
- Boil 8 ounces fettuccine pasta in salted water until al dente, about 8 to 10 minutes.
- Drain the pasta and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt 1 tablespoon unsalted butter over low heat.
- Add 3 cloves minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in 1 cup heavy cream and stir constantly over low heat until it begins to thicken slightly, about 3 to 4 minutes.
- Gradually stir in 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, stirring until smooth and creamy.
- Season the sauce with additional salt and pepper to taste.
- Slice the cooked chicken into strips or chunks.
- Add sliced chicken and drained pasta to the skillet with the sauce, tossing to coat evenly.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.