Description
A creamy pasta dish with tender chicken, al dente fettuccine, and a rich garlic-Parmesan sauce. Maximum flavor with minimal effort for weeknights or special occasions.
Ingredients
2 (6-ounce) chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
12 ounces fettuccine pasta
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 cups milk
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
4–6 minced garlic cloves
1/2 small diced onion (optional)
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
Instructions
Pat chicken breasts dry and season with salt and pepper
Heat skillet over medium-high; cook chicken until golden (5-7 minutes per side). Set aside
Melt butter in same skillet, sauté garlic until golden. Stir in flour, grated Parmesan, and 3 cups warm milk
Whisk until sauce thickens (5 minutes). Add cream, chicken, and cooked/ drained pasta. Toss until evenly coated
Adjust seasoning and serve with extra Parmesan if desired
Notes
Use whole milk for creamiest results
Freshly grated Parmesan is essential for flavor
Low-sodium broth substitutes salt if desired
Add spinach or peas after saucing for extra vegetables
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 25
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (12 ounces total)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 190mg