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Make Your Homemade Alfredo Chicken Pasta in 30 Minutes

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This easy chicken alfredo pasta is a quick, comforting meal. Tender chicken and creamy sauce make it the perfect homemade dinner!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 1
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 1/2 pounds Boneless, skinless chicken breasts Cut lengthwise for even cooking
  • 1/2 teaspoon All-purpose flour For dredging the chicken
  • 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning Adds herbaceous flavor
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavors
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground black pepper For warmth
  • 1/2 teaspoon Paprika Lends color and smokiness
  • 1/2 teaspoon Onion powder For savory depth
For the Creamy Sauce & Pasta
  • 8 tablespoons Butter 2 for chicken, 6 for sauce
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 2 cups Heavy cream For the sauce base
  • 1 1/2 cups Freshly grated Parmesan cheese Key for cheesy goodness
  • 16 ounces Fettuccine pasta Perfect for holding sauce
  • Salted water For boiling pasta

Method
 

How to Make Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the fettuccine until al dente, then drain and reserve some of the pasta water.
  2. Coat the chicken breasts in a shallow dish with flour, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, paprika, and onion powder.
  3. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken until golden brown and cooked through, then set aside.
  4. Sauté the minced garlic in the remaining butter over medium heat for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Whisk in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer, then gradually add the Parmesan while whisking constantly until smooth and creamy.
  6. Toss the cooked fettuccine into the sauce until well coated, adding reserved pasta water as needed to reach the desired consistency.
  7. Slice the rested chicken and arrange it over the sauced pasta, then serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 35gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 18gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2g

Notes

Optional: Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color.