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Creamy, protein-packed Chicken Alfredo with aromatic garlic bread – pure comfort food!
A rich and creamy pasta dish featuring tender pan-seared chicken tossed in a classic garlic and Parmesan Alfredo sauce. This comforting Italian-American favorite is perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner and comes together in just over 30 minutes.
Serving size: 2 cups
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Creamy, protein-packed Chicken Alfredo with aromatic garlic bread – pure comfort food!
This italian_american dish is perfect for dinner. With 1446.12 calories and 65.81g of protein per serving, it's a nutritious choice for your meal plan.
Bring a large pot of 4 quarts of water to a rolling boil. Add 1 tbsp of salt. Add the fettuccine and cook according to package directions until al dente, typically 8-10 minutes. Before draining, reserve about 1 cup of the starchy pasta water. Drain the pasta but do not rinse it.
While the pasta cooks, pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and cut them into 1-inch cubes. Season the chicken pieces with 0.5 tsp of salt and 0.25 tsp of black pepper. Heat the olive oil in a large, heavy-bottomed skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the chicken in a single layer, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Cook for 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown on all sides and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F / 74°C). Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
Reduce the heat to medium. In the same skillet, add the butter and let it melt, scraping up any browned bits left from the chicken. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30-60 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to let it burn. Slowly pour in the heavy cream while whisking constantly. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and let it cook for 2-3 minutes, allowing it to thicken slightly. Reduce the heat to low.
Gradually add the freshly grated Parmesan cheese to the sauce, a little at a time, whisking continuously until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth and creamy. It is crucial not to let the sauce boil after adding the cheese, as this can cause it to separate. Season the sauce with the remaining 1 tsp of salt, 0.5 tsp of black pepper, and the optional pinch of nutmeg. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Return the cooked chicken to the skillet. Add the drained fettuccine and toss everything together gently until the pasta and chicken are thoroughly coated in the Alfredo sauce. If the sauce seems too thick, add a tablespoon or two of the reserved pasta water to reach your desired consistency. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley and an extra sprinkle of Parmesan cheese if desired.
Prepare Oven and Bread
Create the Garlic Butter Spread
Assemble the Garlic Bread
Bake to Golden Perfection
Serve Warm
