Ingredients and Weight:
- Chicken breasts, boneless and skinless: 2 pounds
- Fettuccine pasta: 1 pound
- Heavy cream: 1 cup
- Parmesan cheese, grated: 1 cup
- Butter: 1/4 cup
- Garlic, minced: 3 cloves
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish): 1 tablespoon
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
25 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (Simple)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat the butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the chicken to the pan and cook until golden brown on each side, about 5 minutes per side.
- Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
- Add the garlic to the pan and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in the Parmesan cheese and cook until melted and smooth, about 2 minutes.
- Add the cooked chicken back to the pan and simmer until heated through, about 5 minutes.
- While the chicken is simmering, cook the fettuccine pasta according to the package directions.
- Drain the pasta and add it to the pan with the Alfredo sauce. Stir to combine.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 600 per serving
- Fat: 30 grams
- Protein: 40 grams
- Carbohydrates: 50 grams
Dish Characteristics:
- Creamy and indulgent
- Rich and flavorful
- Comforting and satisfying
User Comments:
- "This was the best chicken Alfredo I've ever had. The sauce was so creamy and the chicken was cooked perfectly."
- "I love how easy this dish is to make. It's perfect for a quick and delicious weeknight meal."
- "The flavor of this dish is amazing. The Parmesan cheese and garlic really make it special."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Don't overcook the chicken, or it will become dry and tough.
- If the Alfredo sauce is too thick, add a little bit of milk or water to thin it out.
- If you don't have fettuccine pasta, you can use any other type of pasta, such as penne or spaghetti.