Description
Looking for a quick dinner idea that feels like a restaurant-worthy meal? This Chicken Alfredo Pasta brings rich, creamy comfort to your table in just 30 minutes. Tender seared chicken, silky Alfredo sauce, and perfectly cooked fettuccine combine for a satisfying, indulgent dish that’s still easy enough for busy weeknights. Whether you’re craving a cozy meal at home or hosting guests, this easy recipe delivers every time. It’s a go-to for comfort food lovers, great for dinner ideas, easy weeknight meals, and creamy pasta cravings.
Ingredients
400g fettuccine pasta
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
2 tablespoons butter (for sauce)
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 ½ cups heavy cream
1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the fettuccine until al dente. Drain and reserve ½ cup of pasta water.
2. Season chicken with salt and pepper. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, sear chicken in olive oil or butter for 5–6 minutes per side until fully cooked. Remove and let rest.
3. In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium. Melt the butter, add garlic, and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
4. Pour in the heavy cream and let simmer for 3–4 minutes to slightly thicken.
5. Stir in grated Parmesan slowly over low heat until the sauce is smooth. If needed, add reserved pasta water to adjust consistency.
6. Slice the rested chicken into strips. Add the drained pasta to the sauce and toss to coat. Fold in chicken slices.
7. Taste and adjust with more salt or pepper if needed.
8. Serve warm, topped with chopped parsley and extra Parmesan if desired.
Notes
Use freshly grated Parmesan for a smoother, creamier sauce.
Let the chicken rest before slicing to keep it juicy.
Add a splash of reserved pasta water to adjust the sauce texture if it thickens too much.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 720
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 42g
- Saturated Fat: 24g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 170mg
Keywords: Chicken Alfredo Pasta, easy dinner, creamy pasta, quick dinner, pasta recipes, comfort food