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Creamy Chicken Alfredo Pasta

Creamy Chicken Alfredo Pasta is the ultimate comfort food. Tender strips of seasoned chicken are pan-seared until golden and then tossed with silky fettuccine in a rich Parmesan cream sauce. This dish is perfect for a hearty lunch or a cozy family dinner, and it comes together in just 30 minutes. It’s restaurant-quality Italian-American cuisine made simple at home, and it’s guaranteed to impress both kids and adults alike. Serve it with a fresh green salad or garlic bread for the perfect meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
 
 

  • 12 oz fettuccine pasta
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 lb chicken breasts sliced into strips
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped

Method
 

  1. Cook fettuccine in salted boiling water according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. While pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then cook 5–6 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, melt butter. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan, chicken broth, and Italian seasoning. Simmer 3–4 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
  5. Add the cooked pasta and chicken back to the skillet. Toss until everything is coated in the sauce.
  6. Garnish with parsley and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

Calories: 690kcalCarbohydrates: 52gProtein: 38gFat: 34g

Notes

For extra flavor, add sautéed mushrooms or steamed broccoli.
Use half-and-half instead of heavy cream for a lighter version.
Leftovers reheat well with a splash of milk to loosen the sauce.

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