Description
This creamy chicken Alfredo sauce blends rich Parmesan, melted butter, and tender chicken for a decadent Italian-inspired dish. Perfect over pasta, it balances umami depth with a silky texture for an indulgent yet easy weeknight meal.
Ingredients
1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
2 cups cooked chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
1/2 cup unsalted butter
1/2 cup heavy cream
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup white grape juice (non-alcoholic alternative)
Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
Prepare Ingredients: Shred cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces. Grate cheese directly into a bowl to preserve texture.
Heat Butter: In a large skillet, melt 1/2 cup unsalted butter over medium heat until shimmering.
Sauté Garlic: Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant (do not brown).
Combine Cream and Cheese: Gradually whisk in heavy cream, then add fresh Parmesan cheese in batches until fully melted and sauce is smooth.
Add Chicken and Season: Gently fold in cooked chicken pieces. Stir in black pepper and 1/4 cup white grape juice for moisture and slight sweetness.
Maintain Consistency: Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5-7 minutes, stirring constantly to prevent separation. Adjust seasoning as needed.
Notes
For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream.
Use freshly grated Parmesan for better emulsion (pre-grated cheese contains anti-caking agents that disrupt texture).
Serve immediately over cooked pasta; toss with sauce until evenly coated.
Storage: Keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 130mg