Ingredients and Weight:
- Chicken Breast: 500 grams (about 1 pound)
- Sun-dried Tomatoes: 1/2 cup
- Alfredo Sauce: 1 cup
- Cream: 1/2 cup
- Spaghetti: 500 grams (cooked)
- Salt: 1 teaspoon
- Black Pepper: 1/2 teaspoon
- Fresh Basil: a few leaves (for garnish)
Preparation Time:
- Preparation: 20 minutes
- Cooking: 30 minutes
- Total: 50 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- Season the chicken breast with salt and black pepper.
- In a large skillet, brown the chicken on both sides.
- Transfer the chicken to the preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes, or until cooked through.
- While the chicken is baking, prepare the sauce. In a small saucepan, combine the Alfredo sauce and cream. Heat through, but do not boil.
- Add the sun-dried tomatoes and let them soak in the sauce for a few minutes.
- When the chicken is done, slice it into pieces and set aside.
- In a large pot of boiling water, cook the spaghetti until al dente. Drain and add to a serving bowl.
- Pour the sun-dried tomato Alfredo sauce over the spaghetti and toss to combine.
- Arrange the chicken pieces on top of the spaghetti mixture.
- Garnish with fresh basil leaves.
Nutritional Information: (Per Serving)
- Calories: About 500 calories (depending on ingredients used)
- Fat: 25g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Protein: 30g
Dish Characteristics:
- Creamy and rich Alfredo sauce combined with sun-dried tomatoes gives this dish a unique flavor.
- Chicken breast adds a lean protein source to this dish.
- The dish is hearty and satisfying, perfect for a main course meal.
User Comments:
- "The combination of sun-dried tomatoes and Alfredo sauce was a great idea! The dish had a unique flavor that I really enjoyed."
- "I loved the chicken in this dish. It was cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious."
- "The spaghetti was cooked to perfection and the dish was overall very satisfying."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to use fresh ingredients for best results.
- Adjust the seasoning, according to your taste preference.
- If you prefer a less rich dish, you can reduce the amount of Alfredo sauce used.
- This dish is suitable for those who follow a gluten-free diet as long as gluten-free spaghetti is used.