Creamy Chicken Alfredo Pasta
Chicken alfredo pasta is a classic dish consisting of tender chicken pieces served over a bed of creamy fettuccine pasta. This dish can be customized with additional ingredients such as mushrooms, sun-dried tomatoes, or spinach, to add extra flavor and nutrition. Chicken alfredo pasta is a favorite for Italian food lovers everywhere.
Chicken alfredo pasta is best served with garlic bread and a side salad. The garlic bread complements the richness of the alfredo sauce, while the side salad provides a refreshing contrast to the creamy pasta. For a more substantial meal, add some grilled veggies or a protein like shrimp or salmon. To balance out the flavors, pair the pasta with a light white wine or a crisp salad dressing. Enjoy the delicious taste and comforting textures of this classic Italian dish!
- 2 chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 8 ounces pasta (fettuccine is preferred)
- 1 cup parmesan (use freshly grated for best results)
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- Salt
- Pepper
- Freshly chopped parsly
Heat the oil over medium heat in a large pan. Add the chicken and season it with salt and pepper. Cook until golden and cooked through, 5-8 minutes on each side. Let it rest.
In the same pot add the milk, chicken broth and garlic. Bring to a simmer and add the pasta. Stir frequently until the pasta is al dente.
Add the heavy cream and parmesan and stir until combined. Simmer until the sauce thickens.
Slice the chicken and stir it in the pasta.Serve garnished with parsley and enjoy!
- Use good quality ingredients. This is the most important tip for making delicious chicken Alfredo pasta. Use fresh, high-quality ingredients, such as good quality pasta, chicken breasts, Parmesan cheese, and heavy cream.
- Don't overcook the pasta. Overcooked pasta will be mushy and will not absorb the sauce well. Cook the pasta according to the package directions, or until it is al dente.
- Don't overcook the chicken. Overcooked chicken will be dry and tough. Cook the chicken until it is cooked through, but still moist.
- Don't add the cheese too early. If you add the cheese too early, it will clump up and not melt smoothly. Add the cheese at the end of cooking, when the sauce is hot but not boiling.
- Season the sauce to taste. Add salt and pepper to taste. You can also add other herbs and spices, such as garlic powder, onion powder, or Italian seasoning.
- Use a white wine. Adding a splash of white wine to the sauce will add depth of flavor.
- Use a thickener. If you want a thicker sauce, you can add a thickener, such as cornstarch or flour.
- Garnish the pasta. You can garnish the pasta with freshly grated Parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, or a lemon wedge.