Easy Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo
About this recipe
If you're in the mood for a creamy, comforting pasta dish, this Easy Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo is a perfect choice. It's quick to whip up, making it ideal for a weeknight dinner, and the combination of chicken, fettuccine, and a rich Alfredo sauce is always a crowd-pleaser.
In this recipe, the creator shares a straightforward method that keeps the flavors rich and satisfying without any fuss. With just a handful of ingredients, you can create a delicious meal that feels indulgent.
Ingredient notes
- The recipe calls for 1 lb of fettuccine pasta, which serves 4 people.
- You need 4 chicken breast cutlets, which can be seasoned with olive oil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
Tips from Audrey's Home Cooking’s video
- Sear the chicken cutlets in a skillet on medium-high heat for 3-6 minutes on each side until golden brown to ensure they are cooked through and flavorful.
- To check the sauce's consistency, coat a wooden spoon with the sauce and run your finger through the back; if it doesn't run, the sauce is perfect.
Good to know
- How long does it take to make this dish?
- The total time to make Easy Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo is 30 minutes.
- What should I do if I want to add vegetables?
- You can add steamed broccoli to the dish along with the chicken and pasta.
No life story here — the video and the recipe are the whole point. All credit to Audrey's Home Cooking: watch the original on YouTube.
The recipe
Ingredients
Steps
- 1
Set a pot of water to boil for the pasta.
- 2
Brush chicken with olive oil and season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder on both sides.
- 3
In a skillet on medium-high heat, add olive oil and unsalted butter.
- 4
Once the butter has melted, add the chicken cutlets and sear for 3-6 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- 5
Remove the chicken from the skillet and tent with aluminum foil to keep warm.
- 6
In the same skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.
- 7
Once melted, add the cream cheese and stir until softened.
- 8
Whisk in the heavy cream and season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- 9
Simmer the sauce on low heat for 15 minutes.
- 10
While the sauce simmers, add the fettuccine to the boiling salted water and cook according to package instructions.
- 11
After the sauce has simmered, remove it from heat and stir in the grated parmesan cheese.
- 12
Combine the cooked pasta, sliced chicken, and sauce in the skillet, tossing well to coat.
- 13
Serve and garnish with additional parmesan and chopped parsley.
Heads up — we had to guess a little:
- The quantity of heavy cream was inferred from the disclaimer in the caption.
Credit where it’s due: this recipe was transcribed from Audrey's Home Cooking’s original video on YouTube. Follow them there — it’s their dish.
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