Chicken Alfredo is a classic Italian-American dish known for its creamy sauce and tender chicken. Here’s a simple recipe to make Chicken Alfredo at home:
Ingredients:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 12 ounces fettuccine pasta
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
- Prepare the Chicken:
- Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Add the chicken pieces to the skillet and cook until they are browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Cook the Pasta:
- In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the fettuccine pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta and set aside.
- Make the Alfredo Sauce:
- In the same skillet used to cook the chicken, add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Lower the heat to medium-low and add the heavy cream and butter to the skillet. Stir until the butter is melted.
- Gradually whisk in the grated Parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
- Stir in the garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, dried basil, and crushed red pepper flakes (if using).
- Let the sauce simmer gently for a few minutes until it thickens slightly.
- Combine the Sauce and Pasta:
- Add the cooked pasta and cooked chicken to the skillet with the Alfredo sauce.
- Toss everything together until the pasta and chicken are evenly coated with the sauce.
- Serve:
- Garnish the Chicken Alfredo with chopped fresh parsley, if desired.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Feel free to adjust the seasoning and spice level according to your taste preferences. You can also add vegetables like broccoli or spinach to the dish for extra flavor and nutrition.
