Description
This creamy Parmesan Chicken Pasta is a comforting and indulgent dish that combines tender chicken fillets with rich Alfredo-style sauce, tossed with perfectly cooked fettuccine. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s a perfect weeknight meal that balances savory flavors and creamy textures for the whole family to enjoy.
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
Chicken and Sauce
- 2 chicken fillets, sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Garnish
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook Pasta: Cook the fettuccine pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain well and set aside to keep warm.
- Heat Olive Oil: In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat until shimmering but not smoking.
- Cook Chicken: Add the sliced chicken fillets to the skillet and cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken pieces are golden brown and fully cooked through.
- Sauté Garlic: Add the minced garlic to the chicken in the skillet and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
- Add Heavy Cream: Pour in 1 cup of heavy cream and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, allowing the cream to warm evenly.
- Incorporate Parmesan: Stir in 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese until it melts completely and the sauce becomes smooth, creamy, and slightly thickened.
- Toss Pasta: Add the cooked fettuccine to the skillet and toss everything together to coat the pasta in the creamy Parmesan sauce evenly.
- Season: Season the dish with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste, adjusting seasoning as needed.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the top as a bright and fresh garnish before serving immediately.
Notes
- For best results, use freshly grated Parmesan cheese rather than pre-grated to ensure a smoother sauce.
- Chicken breasts can be substituted with chicken thighs for a juicier texture.
- You can add vegetables like spinach or mushrooms to increase the nutritional value and flavor variety.
- If you prefer a lighter sauce, substitute half of the heavy cream with milk or use a cream substitute.
- Make sure to not overcook the pasta; al dente texture works best for tossing in the sauce.
