Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo
Creamy, rich, and loaded with flavor, this chicken fettuccine Alfredo features a parmesan garlic cream sauce and pan-seared chicken for the ultimate comfort food.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Fried / Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients
2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt & pepper, to taste
Flour, for dredging
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 tablespoons butter, divided
8 ounces uncooked fettuccine
4 ounces cream cheese (softened, about half a block)
1 cup heavy/whipping cream
1/4 cup chicken broth
2 large cloves garlic, minced
1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
Soften the cream cheese by leaving it at room temperature for at least 30 minutes or microwaving for 20–30 seconds. Grate the Parmesan cheese and prepare other ingredients.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook fettuccine al dente according to package instructions.
Slice chicken breasts in half lengthwise to make 4 thin cutlets. Season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper, then dredge in flour.
In a deep skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter. Cook chicken 5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
Wipe out the skillet if necessary, then add remaining 2 tablespoons butter, cream cheese, cream, chicken broth, and garlic. Cook over medium heat, stirring until the cream cheese melts and sauce is smooth.
Simmer gently for 5 minutes, allowing sauce to thicken slightly.
Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and combined. Adjust thickness with a splash of pasta water if needed. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Drain pasta and toss with Alfredo sauce. Slice chicken and serve on top or mix in. Garnish with extra Parmesan cheese if desired.
Notes
Do not substitute heavy cream — lower-fat dairy can cause the sauce to separate.
For best flavor, use freshly grated Parmesan rather than pre-shredded cheese.
Sauce consistency can be adjusted with reserved pasta water.
This is a rich and indulgent “treat” meal — perfect for special occasions!
Find it online: https://elladishes.com/chicken-fettuccine-alfredo/
