Easy Chicken Alfredo Recipe 🍝✨
Creamy, garlicky, and ready in 20 minutes—just like the restaurant!
Ingredients
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8 oz fettuccine (or pasta of choice)
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2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced thin
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2 tbsp olive oil
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3 garlic cloves, minced
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1 cup heavy cream
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½ cup grated Parmesan cheese (+ extra for topping)
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¼ cup butter
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½ tsp salt
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¼ tsp black pepper
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½ tsp Italian seasoning (optional)
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Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
1️⃣ Cook Pasta: Boil fettuccine in salted water until al dente. Drain, reserving ½ cup pasta water.
2️⃣ Sauté Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken until golden (5-6 mins). Remove and set aside.
3️⃣ Make Sauce: In the same skillet, melt butter. Add garlic, sauté 30 sec until fragrant. Pour in heavy cream, then whisk in Parmesan, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Simmer 2-3 mins until thickened.
4️⃣ Combine: Toss cooked pasta and chicken into the sauce. Add splashes of reserved pasta water if needed for creaminess.
5️⃣ Serve: Garnish with extra Parmesan and parsley.
🔥 Pro Tips:
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Extra creamy? Add a splash of pasta water.
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Garlic lover? Double the garlic!
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Shortcut: Use rotisserie chicken or pre-cooked grilled strips.
Pair with garlic bread and a crisp salad! 🥗🍞
Enjoy your luscious, homemade Alfredo! 😋💛