Description
Indulge in a restaurant-quality Garlic Chicken Alfredo right at home. This Italian-American classic features tender, golden-seared chicken strips tossed with perfectly al dente fettuccine in a velvety, garlic-infused parmesan cream sauce. Unlike store-bought versions, this recipe utilizes the technique of emulsifying starchy pasta water with high-quality European butter and freshly grated Parmesan to create a stable, glossy, and luxurious sauce that coats every strand beautifully. It is a robust, savory, and comforting meal that comes together quickly for the ultimate dinner experience.
Ingredients
1 pound fettuccine
2 large chicken breasts, sliced into 1/2 inch strips
6 cloves garlic, minced
1.5 cups heavy cream
1.5 cups parmesan cheese, freshly grated
4 tablespoons unsalted European style butter
2 tablespoons Italian parsley, chopped
Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
Boil a large pot of salted water and cook the fettuccine until al dente.
Reserve one cup of starchy pasta water and drain the noodles.
Sear the seasoned chicken strips in a large skillet over medium-high heat until golden brown, then remove and set aside.
In the same skillet, melt the butter and sauté the minced garlic until fragrant.
Pour in the heavy cream and simmer gently, then gradually whisk in the parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
Return the chicken to the skillet, add the pasta, and toss to coat, adding reserved pasta water as needed to reach the desired consistency.
Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
Always grate your own parmesan cheese from a block for the best melting consistency. If the sauce becomes too thick, add a small splash of the reserved pasta water to loosen it. Keep the heat low during the final cheese incorporation to prevent the sauce from breaking.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Trends Recipes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 680
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 165mg