Quick & Easy Creamy Chicken Alfredo Pasta Recipe

Name: Quick & Easy Creamy Chicken Alfredo Pasta Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients: 2 pieces Chicken Breast (sliced into strips or cubes); 300 grams Fettuccine or Penne Pasta (cooked according to package directions); 1.5 cups Heavy Cream (35-38% fat); 1 cup Parmesan Cheese (grated, plus extra for garnish); 3 cloves Garlic (minced); 2 tablespoons Butter (unsalted); 1 tablespoon Olive Oil (for cooking chicken); 1/2 teaspoon Salt (or to taste); 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper (freshly ground, or to taste); 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley (chopped, for garnish)

Learn how to make a delicious and creamy Chicken Alfredo Pasta in minutes! This easy recipe combines tender chicken, al dente pasta, and a rich homemade Alfredo sauce, perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. Follow these simple steps for a satisfying culinary experience.

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Delicious Chicken Alfredo Pasta Ready to Serve

Recipe Information

10m

Prep Time

20m

Cook Time

30m

Total Time

Servings

Easy

Italian-American

English

Nutrition (per serving)

650

Calories

35g

Protein

45g

Carbs

38g

Fat

Creamy Chicken Alfredo with Fresh Parsley Garnish

Ingredients

Servings: 4

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

Close-up of the Rich Alfredo Sauce and Chicken

Instructions

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Cook the pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente. Reserve about 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining. Drain the pasta and set aside.
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Cook the pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente. Reserve about 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining. Drain the pasta and set aside.
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Don't forget to salt the pasta water for flavorful pasta.
2
Cook the chicken: While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken strips and season with salt and pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.
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Cook the chicken: While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken strips and season with salt and pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.
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Avoid overcrowding the pan to ensure chicken browns nicely.

3
Prepare the Alfredo sauce: In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer, stirring constantly. Reduce heat to low.
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Prepare the Alfredo sauce: In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer, stirring constantly. Reduce heat to low.
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Keep the heat low when adding cream to prevent scorching.
4
Finish the sauce: Gradually stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce is smooth and slightly thickened. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water to reach desired consistency. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Finish the sauce: Gradually stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce is smooth and slightly thickened. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water to reach desired consistency. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Use fresh Parmesan for best flavor and meltability.
5
Combine and serve: Add the cooked pasta and cooked chicken back into the skillet with the Alfredo sauce. Toss gently to coat everything evenly. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and extra grated Parmesan cheese before serving immediately.
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Combine and serve: Add the cooked pasta and cooked chicken back into the skillet with the Alfredo sauce. Toss gently to coat everything evenly. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and extra grated Parmesan cheese before serving immediately.
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Serve immediately to enjoy the creamy texture of the sauce.