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Easy Creamy Chicken Alfredo Pasta

A close-up shot of fettuccine noodles coated in rich sauce and topped with chunks of chicken in our Creamy Alfredo Chicken Pasta Easy Recipe.
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Make a rich, restaurant-style Chicken Alfredo Pasta quickly. This simple recipe focuses on creating a smooth, creamy sauce perfect for a fast weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound fettuccine pasta
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 teaspoon salt, divided
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, divided
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 1/2 cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg

Instructions

  1. Cook the fettuccine according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of the pasta water before draining. Set the pasta aside.
  2. Season the chicken pieces with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper.
  3. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5 to 7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside.
  4. Reduce the heat to medium. Add the butter to the same skillet. Once melted, add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Do not let the garlic brown.
  5. Pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally. Let it simmer for 3 minutes to slightly reduce.
  6. Remove the skillet from the heat. Gradually whisk in the grated Parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth. Stir in the remaining salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
  7. If the sauce seems too thick, add a few tablespoons of the reserved pasta water until you reach your desired consistency.
  8. Return the cooked chicken and the drained pasta to the skillet. Toss everything together until the pasta and chicken are fully coated in the creamy sauce.
  9. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese for the best melting quality and smoothest sauce texture. Pre-shredded cheese often contains anti-caking agents that can make the sauce grainy.
  • For extra flavor, you can sauté the chicken with 1/2 teaspoon of dried Italian seasoning.
  • If you prefer a thicker sauce without adding more cheese, let the cream and broth simmer for an extra 2 minutes before adding the cheese.

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