Creamy Fettuccine Alfredo with Grilled Chicken

This creamy fettuccine alfredo is a delightful dish featuring tender grilled chicken and a rich, velvety sauce. Perfect for a comforting dinner, it combines the flavors of garlic, parmesan, and fresh herbs for a satisfying meal. Serve it with a sprinkle of parsley for a touch of color and flavor!
This recipe is italian style, dinner, scaled for 4 servings, with 15 min prep and 20 min cook.
Prep: 15 min · Cook: 20 min · Total: 35 min · Serves: 4
Quick cooking notes
- Core ingredients include butter, garlic, heavy cream, parmesan cheese.
- Follow all 5 steps in order for the intended texture and doneness.
- Ingredient quantities listed below are for 4 servings.
Ingredients
- 4 tbsp butter
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup parmesan cheese (grated)
- 12 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 pieces chicken breast (grilled and sliced)
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine pasta according to the package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat and add the minced garlic, sautéing until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer, then stir in the grated parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Season the sauce with salt and black pepper to taste, then add the cooked fettuccine to the skillet, tossing to coat evenly.
- Top the pasta with the sliced grilled chicken and garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Nutrition (per serving)
- Calories: 590
- Protein: 36 g
- Fat: 36 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
Nutrition values are estimates based on stored ingredient totals and serving size.
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