Easy Chicken Alfredo Pasta: Indulgent Dinner in 30 Minutes
A quick and indulgent meal that can be prepared in just 30 minutes, perfect for busy nights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-free option available
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound chicken breast, sliced
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook fettuccine according to package instructions; drain.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced chicken and cook until no longer pink.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a slow simmer.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Mix in the cooked fettuccine and season with salt and black pepper.
- Serve garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with milk or a non-dairy alternative.
- Add vegetables like broccoli or peas for added nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 700
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
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