15-Minute Spicy Chicken Alfredo Pasta

Name: 15-Minute Spicy Chicken Alfredo Pasta
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients: 2 pieces Chicken Breast (boneless, skinless, sliced into strips or cubes); 250 grams Fettuccine Pasta (or pasta of choice); 1 tablespoon Olive Oil; 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder; 1 teaspoon Onion Powder; 0.5-1 teaspoon Red Chili Flakes (adjust to your spice preference); 0.5 teaspoon Smoked Paprika; 0.5 teaspoon Salt (to taste); 0.25 teaspoon Black Pepper (to taste); 1 cup Alfredo Sauce (store-bought or quick homemade); 0.5 cup Heavy Cream (optional, if thinning sauce or making quick homemade); 0.25 cup Parmesan Cheese (grated, plus extra for garnish); 1 tablespoon Fresh Parsley (chopped, for garnish)

This recipe delivers a quick and delicious Spicy Chicken Alfredo Pasta in just 15 minutes, perfect for busy evenings. Featuring juicy chicken seasoned with fiery spices and coated in a creamy Alfredo sauce, it's a satisfying dish that doesn't compromise on flavor or time. It's also suitable for meal prepping and lunchboxes.

#Alfredo

#Chicken Pasta

#Creamy Pasta

#Spicy

#15-Minute Meal

#Weeknight Dinner

#Meal Prep

#Easy Dinner

#Quick Recipe

Spiced Chicken Slices

Recipe Information

Prep Time

10m

Cook Time

15m

Total Time

Servings

Easy

Italian-American

English

Nutrition (per serving)

650

Calories

35g

Protein

50g

Carbs

35g

Fat

Chicken Cooking in Skillet

Ingredients

Servings: 4

💡 Tip: Check off ingredients as you add them to keep track of your progress!

Alfredo Sauce Added to Skillet

Instructions

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Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fettuccine pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. While the pasta cooks, proceed with preparing the chicken.
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Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fettuccine pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. While the pasta cooks, proceed with preparing the chicken.
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Cooking the pasta simultaneously with the chicken saves significant time. Ensure water is well-salted for flavorful pasta.
2
Slice the chicken breast into bite-sized strips or cubes. In a bowl, toss the chicken with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, red chili flakes, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper, ensuring the chicken is evenly coated.
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Slice the chicken breast into bite-sized strips or cubes. In a bowl, toss the chicken with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, red chili flakes, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper, ensuring the chicken is evenly coated.
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Cutting chicken into smaller, uniform pieces helps it cook faster and more evenly.
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Heat a large skillet or pan over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it's golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
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Heat a large skillet or pan over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it's golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
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Don't overcrowd the pan; cook chicken in batches if necessary to ensure a good sear rather than steaming.
4
Reduce the heat to medium. Pour the Alfredo sauce into the same skillet. If desired, stir in heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese to enhance creaminess and flavor. Heat the sauce gently, stirring until warmed through.
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Reduce the heat to medium. Pour the Alfredo sauce into the same skillet. If desired, stir in heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese to enhance creaminess and flavor. Heat the sauce gently, stirring until warmed through.
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If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of pasta water to reach your desired consistency. Avoid boiling Alfredo sauce as it can separate.
5
Drain the cooked pasta and add it directly to the skillet with the Alfredo sauce. Add the cooked chicken back into the skillet. Toss everything together until the pasta and chicken are well coated in the creamy sauce.
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Drain the cooked pasta and add it directly to the skillet with the Alfredo sauce. Add the cooked chicken back into the skillet. Toss everything together until the pasta and chicken are well coated in the creamy sauce.
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Reserve a cup of pasta water before draining; it's great for adjusting sauce consistency.
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Serve immediately, garnished with extra grated Parmesan cheese and fresh chopped parsley for a fresh finish.
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Serve immediately, garnished with extra grated Parmesan cheese and fresh chopped parsley for a fresh finish.
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For an extra kick, add a final sprinkle of red chili flakes before serving.