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Chicken fettuccine Alfredo, a classic Italian-American dish, is a delectable culinary delight that excites taste buds with its creamy, rich, and flavorful sauce. It is a harmonious blend of tender chicken, delicate fettuccine noodles, and a luscious Alfredo sauce that creates an unforgettable dining experience. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or a culinary novice, this article will guide you through a simplified and easy-to-follow recipe that will help you prepare this mouthwatering dish in the comfort of your own kitchen. We'll provide you with step-by-step instructions, a comprehensive list of ingredients, and helpful cooking tips to ensure your chicken fettuccine Alfredo recipe turns out perfectly. Get ready to indulge in this scrumptious pasta dish that will leave you craving for more!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

EASY CHICKEN FETTUCCINE ALFREDO



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I got this recipe from a Taste of Home magazine. I always wanted to know how to make alfredo. It was sooo fast and easy. Even my picky eaters liked it!

Provided by lisasverker

Categories     Weeknight

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (12 ounce) package fettuccine
8 slices bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cubed
2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
6 green onions, thinly sliced
1 garlic clove, minced
1 1/2 cups half-and-half cream
1/2 cup shredded parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon fresh coarse ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Cook fettuccine in boiling water for 12 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook the bacon until crisp. Remove to paper towels to drain, reserving 1-2 tablespoons drippings.
  • Saute the chicken in drippings until no longer pink. Add the mushrooms and green onions; cook until mushrooms are tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the cream, cheese, paprika and pepper. Reduce the heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5-10 minutes. Stir in the reserved bacon.
  • Drain fettuccine; place in a serving bowl. Add chicken mixture; toss to coat. Garnish with additional cheese.

CHICKEN FETTUCCINE ALFREDO



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This chicken fettuccine Alfredo is very creamy and tasty. You'll be surprised it's so low-fat. A filling dish, this recipe mixes tender chunks of chicken with peas, noodles and a smooth sauce. -LaDonna Reed, Ponca City, Oklahoma

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 ounces uncooked fettuccine
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed
1 small onion, chopped
1 tablespoon butter
4 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
4-1/2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
1-1/2 cups fat-free half-and-half
1 cup frozen peas, thawed
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook fettuccine according to package directions. Meanwhile, in , a large skillet, saute chicken and onion in butter until chicken is no longer pink. Add the garlic, salt and cayenne; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in flour until blended., Gradually add the half-and-half, peas and cheese. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Drain fettuccine; toss with chicken mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 425 calories, Fat 8g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 75mg cholesterol, Sodium 577mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 36g protein.

CHICKEN FETTUCCINE ALFREDO



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Mom's creamy Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo has been a family favorite for years! Classic Chicken Alfredo is a feel good comfort food - so creamy but light!

Provided by Natasha of NatashasKitchen.com

Categories     Easy/Medium

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 lbs Chicken Breast
3/4 lbs fettuccine pasta ((or angel hair or vermicelli pasta))
1 lb white mushrooms (thickly sliced)
1 small onion (finely chopped)
3 cloves garlic (minced)
3 1/2 cups half and half (*)
1/4 cup parsley, finely chopped, (plus more for garnish)
1 tsp sea salt (or to taste, plus more for pasta water)
1/4 tsp black pepper (or to taste)
3 Tbsp olive oil (divided)
1 Tbsp unsalted butter

Steps:

  • Cook fettuccini in a pot of salted water (4 qts water, 1 Tbsp salt,) according to package instructions then drain and set aside.
  • Meanwhile, slice chicken into strips and season all over with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat 2 Tbsp olive oil over medium/high heat and sauté chicken until lightly golden and cooked through (5 min). Remove chicken from the pan and cover to keep warm.
  • In the same pan over medium/high, heat 1 Tbsp olive oil and 1 Tbsp of butter. Add onion and sauté 3 min until soft. Add sliced mushrooms and sauté until soft (5-7 min), stirring frequently. Add garlic and sauté 30 seconds, stirring constantly.
  • Add half-n-half and simmer over medium/high heat 8-10 min, or until beginning to thicken. Add chicken back to the pan, add 1/4 cup parsley and season sauce to taste (1/2 to 1 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp pepper).
  • Add cooked pasta and stir to combine. Heat another minute until warmed through then turn off the heat, cover and let rest 10-15 minutes then stir and serve garnished with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 509 kcal, Carbohydrate 38 g, Protein 35 g, Fat 23 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Cholesterol 151 mg, Sodium 491 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CHICKEN FETTUCCINI ALFREDO



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This is a family favorite. A creamy, cheesy Alfredo dish, great with a salad and garlic bread.

Provided by Emily

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 16

6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into cubes
6 tablespoons butter, divided
4 cloves garlic, minced, divided
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
1 pound fettuccini pasta
1 onion, diced
1 (8 ounce) package sliced mushrooms
⅓ cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon salt
¾ teaspoon ground white pepper
3 cups milk
1 cup half-and-half
¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese
8 ounces shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese
3 roma (plum) tomatoes, diced
½ cup sour cream

Steps:

  • In a large skillet over medium heat combine chicken, 2 tablespoons butter, 2 cloves garlic, and Italian seasoning. Cook until chicken is no longer pink inside. Remove from skillet and set aside.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  • Meanwhile, melt 4 tablespoons butter in the skillet. Saute onion, 2 cloves garlic, and mushrooms until onions are transparent. Stir in flour, salt and pepper; cook 2 minutes. Slowly add milk and half-and-half, stirring until smooth and creamy. Stir in Parmesan and Colby-Monterey Jack cheeses; stir until cheese is melted. Stir in chicken mixture, tomatoes and sour cream. Serve over cooked fettuccini.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 672.9 calories, Carbohydrate 57 g, Cholesterol 132.8 mg, Fat 30.8 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 43.3 g, SaturatedFat 18.9 g, Sodium 1385.9 mg, Sugar 8.2 g

CHICKEN FETTUCCINE ALFREDO



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Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound fettuccine
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch strips
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons salted butter
2 cloves garlic, grated
2 cups heavy cream
2 cups grated Parmesan
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to the package instructions, about 8 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  • Season the chicken with 1 teaspoon salt and some pepper. Dredge in the flour and shake off the excess. Heat the oil and butter in a large saucepan over medium-high heat until the butter melts. Carefully place the dredged chicken into pan. Add the grated garlic. Cook until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through, 4 to 6 minutes. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
  • Pour the cream into the same pan and bring to a simmer. Stir in the Parmesan. Add the pasta to the mixture and toss to combine. Add the cooked chicken and gently toss. Garnish with the parsley and serve immediately.

EASY CHICKEN PASTA ALFREDO



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A friend of mine got this recipe while traveling in Italy. Chicken, mushrooms, and tortellini in rich cream sauce. Delicious! Serve sprinkled with parsley and cheese.

Provided by Lisa Cascioli Hauser

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (16 ounce) package refrigerated cheese tortellini
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cubed
3 tablespoons butter
½ pound sliced fresh mushrooms
1 pinch garlic powder, or to taste
2 cups heavy whipping cream
⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese
3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add tortellini. Cook, stirring occasionally, until tortellini float to the top and the filling is hot, about 5 minutes. Drain.
  • Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat; cook and stir chicken breast in hot oil until no longer pink in the center, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat.
  • Melt butter in another skillet over medium heat; cook and stir mushrooms and garlic powder until mushrooms begin to soften, about 3 minutes. Stir heavy cream into mushrooms and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until slightly thickened, about 3 minutes. Add Parmesan cheese, parsley, and salt. Continue to cook until cheese is melted, about 1 minute.
  • Stir tortellini and chicken into mushroom-cream sauce. Simmer until heated through, about 2 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 686.5 calories, Carbohydrate 38.4 g, Cholesterol 201.1 mg, Fat 46.9 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 30.2 g, SaturatedFat 26.8 g, Sodium 843 mg, Sugar 2.7 g

LIGHT CHICKEN ALFREDO



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"As rich and buttery as traditional Alfredo sauce, this tasty version is lower in calories and takes just minutes to prepare," notes TerryAnn Moore in Vineland, NJ

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 ounces uncooked fettuccine
1/2 cup 1% cottage cheese
3 tablespoons evaporated milk
1 tablespoon butter-flavored sprinkles
1 garlic clove, minced
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley
1/8 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
3/4 cup cubed cooked chicken breast
2 tablespoons chopped sun-dried tomatoes (not packed in oil)
1 tablespoon sliced ripe olives

Steps:

  • Cook fettuccine according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a small food processor, combine the cottage cheese, milk, butter sprinkles and garlic; cover and process until smooth. , Transfer to a microwave-safe bowl. Stir in the Parmesan cheese, parsley and pepper. Add the chicken, tomatoes and olives. Cover and microwave on high for 2-3 minutes or until heated through. Drain fettuccine; serve with chicken mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 343 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 54mg cholesterol, Sodium 770mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 32g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CHICKEN ALFREDO WITH FETTUCCINE



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This classic Italian dish includes fettuccine tossed with butter and Parmesan cheese, and it's quick and easy to make. U.S. versions of the dish may include chicken or shrimp. Whatever your choice, with three simple steps in our chicken alfredo recipe, you'll have a hearty dinner on the table in no time!

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound chicken
Coarse salt
Ground white pepper
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 cups heavy cream
4 cloves garlic, peeled
3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
1 pound fettucine

Steps:

  • Cut chicken in strips. Season with salt and white pepper and saute in butter. Meanwhile in a separate pot, simmer garlic cloves in cream for 10 minutes.
  • Pour cream into pan with chicken, removing garlic cloves. Stir in Parmesan. Cook pasta according to package instructions.
  • Toss pasta with sauce and serve with extra Parmesan.

EASY CHICKEN ALFREDO PENNE RECIPE BY TASTY



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Nothing spells comfort like Italian food. Steaming bowls of pasta, buttery, roasted garlic bread, and tureens of the most flavorful sauces: it's all right there. Sometimes, you want to bring that comfort into your very own kitchen and, well, we've got just the recipe for you. This easy chicken alfredo penne will have you saying 'mangia!' before you even know it.

Provided by Claire Nolan

Categories     Dinner

Time 33m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 ½ lb chicken breast, cubed
2 tablespoons butter
½ teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon dried basil
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
16 oz penne pasta, cooked
¼ cup fresh parsley
¼ cup shredded parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
3 tablespoons flour
2 cups milk
½ teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon dried basil
½ cup shredded parmesan cheese
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a pan over medium-high heat, melt butter, then add the chicken breast.
  • Season with salt, pepper, oregano, and basil. Cook 8-10 minutes or until chicken is fully cooked. Remove from heat and set chicken aside.
  • In the same pan over medium heat, melt butter and add the garlic. Cook until the garlic begins to soften.
  • Add half of the flour to the garlic and butter, stirring until incorporated. Then add the rest of the flour and stir.
  • Pour in the milk a little bit at a time, stirring well in between, until fully incorporated and sauce begins to thicken.
  • Season with salt, pepper, oregano, and basil, and stir well to incorporate.
  • Add parmesan cheese and stir until melted.
  • Pour the sauce over cooked penne pasta, add the chicken and mix well.
  • Add parsley and extra parmesan. Mix well.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 573 calories, Carbohydrate 64 grams, Fat 16 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 40 grams, Sugar 6 grams

EASY FETTUCCINE ALFREDO WITH CHICKEN AND BROCCOLI



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This is an easy dish with lots of flavor. To save some fat you can use full-fat milk in place of the 18% cream but it will not be as creamy.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Vegetable

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

12 ounces uncooked fettuccine pasta
3 cups fresh broccoli florets (can use less)
2 tablespoons oil
1 tablespoon butter
1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts (cut into 1-inch pieces)
seasoning salt or white salt
black pepper
1 -2 tablespoon minced fresh garlic (or to taste)
2 tablespoons flour
1 pinch dried thyme (rubbed between fingers to release flavor)
1 pinch cayenne pepper (optional)
1 1/2 cups 18% table cream
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese (or to taste)

Steps:

  • Cook the pasta in boiling water according to package directions, adding in the fresh broccoli florets the last minute of cooking time; drain (do not rinse) then transfer to a large bowl and toss with 1-2 tablespoon oil or butter to prevent sticking; cover lightly with foil to keep warm.
  • Heat oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Season the chicken cubes with salt and pepper; add to the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes or until the chicken is cooked and browned (adding in the garlic the last 3 minutes of cooking time).
  • Add in flour, pinch dried thyme and cayenne pepper (if using); stir with wooden spoon for 1 minute.
  • Add in table cream and grated parmesan cheese; bring to a simmer, stirring constantly and cook 1-2 minutes and until smooth and thickened.
  • Add in salt and pepper to taste.
  • Pour the sauce over the cooked pasta and broccoli; toss to coat.
  • Pass more Parmesan cheese at the table.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 762.3, Fat 33.2, SaturatedFat 15.6, Cholesterol 235.8, Sodium 300.5, Carbohydrate 58.4, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 0.2, Protein 56.3

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients. The better the ingredients, the better the dish will taste. Use fresh chicken, fettuccine noodles, Parmesan cheese, and heavy cream.
  • Cook the chicken properly. Chicken should be cooked to an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit. This will ensure that it is safe to eat and that it is not dry or overcooked.
  • Make the Alfredo sauce from scratch. It is easy to make and it tastes much better than store-bought sauce. Plus, you can control the ingredients and the flavor.
  • Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Grated Parmesan cheese melts better and has a more intense flavor than pre-shredded cheese.
  • Serve the dish immediately. Chicken fettuccine Alfredo is best when it is served immediately after it is made. This will ensure that the pasta is still hot and the sauce is creamy and flavorful.

Conclusion:

Chicken fettuccine Alfredo is a classic Italian dish that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. By following these tips, you can make a delicious and memorable dish that everyone will love. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal, give chicken fettuccine Alfredo a try.

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