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Chicken Alfredo

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A creamy and rich fettuccine Alfredo with tender chicken, perfect for a weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound fettuccine pasta
  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Cook fettuccine according to package directions. Drain, reserving about 1 cup of pasta water.
  2. While pasta cooks, cut chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces. Season with salt and pepper.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  5. Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer, stirring occasionally. Cook for 5-7 minutes, or until sauce slightly thickens.
  6. Reduce heat to low. Gradually stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
  7. Add cooked chicken back to the skillet. Stir to combine.
  8. Add drained fettuccine to the skillet with the sauce and chicken. Toss to coat evenly. If the sauce is too thick, add a little reserved pasta water until desired consistency is reached.
  9. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  10. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley.

Notes

  • For a lighter sauce, you can substitute half-and-half for heavy cream, but the sauce may be thinner.
  • Ensure your heat is low when adding Parmesan cheese to prevent it from clumping.
  • Rotisserie chicken can be used as a shortcut. Shred or dice it and add it in step 6.
  • This recipe is a great option for busy weeknights, similar to the convenience offered by some meal planning services.

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