Chicken Alfredo
About this recipe
Chicken Alfredo is a classic pasta dish that combines tender chicken with a rich and creamy sauce. This version, brought to you by Mr. Make It Happen, promises to ditch the jarred sauces and deliver a homemade experience in under 30 minutes.
With just a few simple ingredients like butter, heavy cream, and freshly grated parmesan, you can create a luxurious sauce that coats fettuccine perfectly. Plus, you'll learn how to cook chicken breasts to juicy perfection.
Ingredient notes
- Use your favorite poultry seasoning instead of Lemon Bae, such as Old Bay or Tony's Creole seasoning.
- For the best flavor, grate your own parmesan cheese instead of using pre-grated.
Tips from Mr. Make It Happen’s video
- Make sure to baste the chicken with butter while cooking to keep it juicy and flavorful.
- When adding parmesan to the sauce, turn the heat down to low to prevent the cheese from separating and becoming oily.
Good to know
- How long does it take to make Chicken Alfredo?
- The total time to make Chicken Alfredo is 30 minutes.
- What can I substitute for Lemon Bae seasoning?
- You can use Old Bay or Tony's Creole seasoning as a substitute for Lemon Bae.
No life story here — the video and the recipe are the whole point. All credit to Mr. Make It Happen: watch the original on YouTube.
The recipe
Ingredients
Steps
- 1
Season the chicken breasts with all-purpose seasoning and Lemon Bae (or your favorite poultry seasoning) on both sides.
- 2
Mince the garlic and set aside.
- 3
Grate the parmesan cheese and set aside.
- 4
Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add a little avocado oil.
- 5
Place the seasoned chicken breasts in the skillet and cook for about 3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- 6
Baste the chicken with butter and then transfer it to a 400°F oven to finish cooking until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- 7
In the same skillet, melt one stick of butter over medium heat and add the minced garlic, cooking until fragrant.
- 8
Pour in 2 cups of heavy cream and bring to a simmer, allowing it to reduce slightly.
- 9
Gradually add the grated parmesan cheese to the sauce, stirring until melted and smooth.
- 10
Season the sauce to taste with additional seasoning if desired.
- 11
Cook the fettuccine pasta according to package instructions, then drain and add to the sauce, tossing to coat.
- 12
Slice the cooked chicken and serve it over the pasta, garnished with diced parsley and red pepper flakes.
Heads up — we had to guess a little:
- The quantity of red pepper flakes is inferred to add flavor, as it is not specified in the transcript.
- The quantity of All Purpose Seasoning is inferred to season the chicken, as it is not specified in the transcript.
Credit where it’s due: this recipe was transcribed from Mr. Make It Happen’s original video on YouTube. Follow them there — it’s their dish.
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