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Creamy Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo: Your New Go-To Weeknight Dinner

This classic comfort dish transforms simple ingredients into an elegant meal with homemade Alfredo sauce coating tender chicken and perfectly cooked fettuccine noodles. The recipe delivers restaurant-quality results in about 30 minutes, making it perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 650
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 12 oz fettuccine pasta
  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Add the fettuccine and cook according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
  2. Season chicken pieces with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
  3. Reduce heat to medium and add butter to the same skillet. Once melted, add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Add nutmeg and season with salt and pepper.
  4. Add the cooked pasta and chicken back to the skillet. Toss to coat evenly with the Alfredo sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water to reach desired consistency.
  5. Garnish with fresh parsley and additional Parmesan cheese. Serve hot for the best creamy texture.

Notes

Use freshly grated Parmesan for smooth sauce, don't overcook garlic, reserve pasta water for perfect consistency, and serve immediately for best texture.