Best 11 Creamy Chicken Alfredo Recipes

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Craving a rich and comforting dish that is sure to satisfy your taste buds? Look no further than creamy chicken alfredo! This classic Italian-American dish features tender chicken smothered in a creamy, cheesy Alfredo sauce, served over a bed of perfectly cooked pasta. With its indulgent flavors and versatility, it's no wonder creamy chicken alfredo has become a beloved favorite among food lovers of all ages. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or just starting to explore the culinary world, this article will guide you through the steps of creating the ultimate creamy chicken alfredo, complete with tips and variations to suit your preferences.

Here are our top 11 tried and tested recipes!

CREAMY CHICKEN ALFREDO



Creamy Chicken Alfredo image

I learned how to make creamy chicken Alfredo from my dad who has always been an incredible cook and amazing teacher. Chicken Alfredo was always my favorite. A lot of the recipes I see that are worthwhile are too much work because you have to make your own sauce, and those that don't have you make your own have no flavor. This recipe shows you how to take plain, bland, store-made sauce and make it more than restaurant-worthy.

Provided by supertat

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Chicken

Time 40m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into chunks
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 (16 ounce) packages thin spaghetti
4 (15 ounce) jars Alfredo sauce
2 tablespoons Italian seasoning
2 tablespoons garlic powder
2 tablespoons chopped onion
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
2 tablespoons salt
2 tablespoons ground black pepper
1 tablespoon onion powder
½ tablespoon cayenne pepper, or to taste
1 ½ cups shredded Parmesan cheese
2 cups chopped broccoli

Steps:

  • Season chicken with salt and pepper. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until no longer pink in the centers and juices run clear, 7 to 10 minutes.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook thin spaghetti in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, 8 to 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, add Alfredo sauce to the chicken along with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion, basil, salt, black pepper, onion powder, and cayenne. Bring to a slight boil; stir in Parmesan cheese. Cook mixture until cheese is melted and you are able to lift a spoon out of the sauce without cheese hanging onto it, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Place a steamer insert into a saucepan and fill with water to just below the bottom of the steamer. Bring water to a boil. Add broccoli, cover, and steam until tender, 2 to 6 minutes. Add broccoli to sauce.
  • Drain cooked pasta. Scoop into individual serving bowls and pour sauce on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 832.6 calories, Carbohydrate 66.9 g, Cholesterol 107.5 mg, Fat 47.1 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 37.1 g, SaturatedFat 18.5 g, Sodium 2767.9 mg, Sugar 7.5 g

CREAMY CHICKEN AND SHRIMP ALFREDO



Creamy Chicken and Shrimp Alfredo image

You'll love my twist on this creamy Alfredo. It's a little heavy on the hips, but worth every bite. A perfect match with a nice green salad, and you must have garlic bread to sop up this creamy sauce.

Provided by Tree Lee

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Chicken

Time 55m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 (16 ounce) package trotolle dry pasta
4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon dried basil
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 pounds chicken breast, cut into strips
1 stick butter
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, cut into small pieces
2 cups milk, or more as needed
2 cups heavy cream
3 cups shaved Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
3 tablespoons pesto
3 tablespoons sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, drained and chopped
½ pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil; add 2 tablespoons olive oil. Add trottole and cook at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes; drain.
  • Heat remaining olive oil in a large skillet and add garlic, basil, red pepper flakes, and black pepper. Add chicken; cook and stir until browned, about 10 minutes.
  • Melt butter over medium heat in the large pot used to make the pasta. Add cream cheese and stir until creamy, about 1 minute. Add 2 cups milk and heavy cream, stirring until warm, about 5 minutes. Add Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese and continue stirring. Add more milk to thin sauce, if needed. Add pesto and sun-dried tomatoes.
  • Stir cooked chicken and pasta into the sauce. Add shrimp; cook and stir until shrimp turns orange, 6 to 8 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 681.4 calories, Carbohydrate 33.8 g, Cholesterol 189.1 mg, Fat 44.5 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 36 g, SaturatedFat 23.9 g, Sodium 554.8 mg, Sugar 3.2 g

CREAMY CHICKEN ALFREDO



Creamy Chicken Alfredo image

Rich, thick and creamy Alfredo sauce on a layer of pasta or oven roasted vegetables. Mmmm....Mamma Mia! What else can one say? This quick and easy recipe shows you how to make this Italian sauce from scratch.

Provided by tastetester 2

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 pint heavy cream
1/2 cup butter
2 tablespoons cream cheese
3/4 cup parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • Directions:
  • Place the cream, butter and cream cheese together in a saucepan until melted, stirring constantly.
  • Add Parmesan and garlic powder and simmer for about 15-20 minutes on a low heat until the cheese begins to brown just slightly. Take off the fire immediately. Check for seasoning.
  • Tips:
  • For a creamier and richer version, you could double the amount of butter.

CHEESY, CREAMY ALFREDO CHICKEN CASSEROLE - FOREVERMAMA



Cheesy, Creamy Alfredo Chicken Casserole - Forevermama image

Nothing says comfort like a good chicken casserole. Perfect for using left-over chicken or turkey! Hey ladies & gents, use it when you don't know what to do with all the leftover Thanksgiving turkey. I normally cut up the chicken and mix the sauce ingredients the night before. Next day - all there is to do is put everything together, stick it in the oven and voila, dinner is ready in no time for those rushed weekday nights! Note that this serves 10ish, therefore you may want to halve it depending on size of family.

Provided by ForeverMama

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h15m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 (16 ounce) package elbow macaroni or 1 (16 ounce) package penne pasta
2 cups mozzarella cheese, grated
1 small rotisserie chicken, chopped into large chunks
2 (14 ounce) jars alfredo sauce
1 (8 ounce) container sour cream (I imagine yogurt can be used to save on calories, but because I haven't used it, not sure of results)
1 (15 ounce) container ricotta cheese
2 teaspoons garlic and parsley seasoning (or 2 cloves of garlic, minced)
3/4-1 cup grated parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons onion powder
3 teaspoons lemon pepper seasoning (optional)
freshly grated black pepper (to taste)
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
1 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions (adding salt and oil to water); drain and set aside. Grate mozzarella cheese and set aside.
  • In a bowl, mix together all remaining ingredients. Pour alfredo cheese mixture over chicken and mix thoroughly. (if making the night before, store bowl with alfredo/chicken mixture, another separate bowl with pasta and another bowl with mozzarella in the refrigerator = total of 3 bowls).
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Grease a 9 x 13" casserole dish.
  • Mix alfredo/chicken mixture with pasta and distribute evenly. Place in a prepared casserole dish. Sprinkle evenly with mozzarella cheese over the top of chicken mixture.
  • Place in preheated oven for 45 - 60 minutes or until bubbly and golden over the top.

CREAMY CHICKEN BROCCOLI ALFREDO OVER ANGEL HAIR PASTA



Creamy Chicken Broccoli Alfredo over Angel Hair Pasta image

Fresh from scratch Alfredo sauce with Chicken and Broccoli served over angel hair pasta. This creamy recipe is different from the jarred sauce and not the same as restaurant style which tends to be a little thinner. This sauce is so good you might just want to double it. But be assured this recipe is perfect for just two people

Provided by tabasco0697

Categories     Spaghetti

Time 50m

Yield 2 bowls, 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast
1 teaspoon bottled garlic (minced)
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
fresh ground black pepper
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
8 ounces frozen broccoli florets
8 ounces heavy whipping cream
3 tablespoons margarine
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
fresh ground black pepper
1/2 cup parmesan cheese (good quality shredded cheese)
1 egg (Separated)
1 teaspoon bottled garlic (minced)
8 ounces angel hair pasta

Steps:

  • Defrost baby broccoli florets.
  • Cut chicken tenders into bite sized pieces about 1/2 - 1 inch long.
  • Heat extra virgin olive oil in large skillet.
  • Add minced garlic, onion powder, 1/2 tsp sea salt, 4 grinds fresh ground black pepper and chicken pieces.
  • Cook chicken until no longer pink stirring and turning chicken constantly. About 10 - 15 minutes depending on how big you cut the chicken.
  • Once chicken is done add baby broccoli florets and heat through.
  • Remove chicken and broccoli from pan and place in large glass bowl and cover with foil to keep warm.
  • Boil salted water in large sauce pan and make Angel Hair pasta to box specifications.
  • Rinse pasta in cold water (so it doesn't stick together while making sauce) then drain well. Cover sauce pan and sit aside while making sauce.
  • Making Alfredo sauce.
  • Separate egg putting yolk in small dish.
  • Add heavy whipping cream stirring constantly making sure it doesn't scorch.
  • Stir in 1/2 tsp sea salt, 1 tsp minced garlic and 4 grinds fresh ground black pepper and 1/2 c shredded Parmesan cheese (use quality cheese).
  • Stir constantly until cheese is melted between 10-15 minutes.
  • Temper egg yolk by adding small amount of hot liquid cheese/cream mixture in dish with the egg yolk stirring constantly until well incorporated.
  • Slowly add yolk mixture into sauce pan containing the cheese/cream mixture stirring constantly.
  • Simmer over medium low heat for 3-5 minutes until it reaches desired consistency. Don't worry it will thicken up quickly while simmering.
  • Add chicken and broccoli and mix well until heated through.
  • Place equal amounts of pasta in 2 bowls and top each with Alfredo Chicken and Broccoli sauce.

INSTANT POT® CREAMY CHICKEN AND LEEK ALFREDO



Instant Pot® Creamy Chicken and Leek Alfredo image

Let's dive head-first into this one-pot pasta dish, full of rich and creamy everything! Your family will love this weeknight dinner, and you'll love how quickly you can make it!

Provided by Diana71

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Chicken

Time 55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 19

½ tablespoon olive oil
½ tablespoon butter
1 pound chicken breast, cubed
1 cup diced leek (white and light green only)
2 garlic, chopped, or more to taste
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 pinch red pepper flakes
1 ½ cups chicken broth
¼ cup dry white wine
⅔ cup heavy whipping cream
1 egg yolk
8 ounces penne pasta
1 cup shredded Parmesan-Romano cheese blend
1 pinch cornstarch
1 ounce cream cheese, cubed
½ cup milk, or more as needed
1 pinch salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) and select Saute function. Add oil and butter and heat until butter is melted. Add chicken and cook until lightly browned on all sides, 5 to 8 minutes. Add leek and garlic. Season with Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Cook for 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Pour in chicken broth and wine to deglaze pot. Bring to a simmer, scraping browned bits off the bottom of the pot.
  • Stir cream and egg yolk together in a small bowl until well combined. Pour into the Instant Pot®. Add pasta without mixing, letting it float on top, but making sure pasta does not stick together. You may push pasta slightly down into the liquid. Close and lock the lid and seal the vent. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 1 minute. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  • Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions for 10 minutes. Release remaining pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes.
  • Mix Parmesan-Romano cheese mixture and a pinch of cornstarch together in a bowl. Unlock and remove Instant Pot® lid. Stir in cheese mixture and cream cheese. Slowly add enough milk until the sauce reaches desired creaminess. Mix well to create a smooth cream sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 494.6 calories, Carbohydrate 37.8 g, Cholesterol 136.1 mg, Fat 26.3 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 25.4 g, SaturatedFat 12.7 g, Sodium 803.1 mg, Sugar 3.4 g

CREAMY CHICKEN ENCHILADAS WITH ALFREDO SAUCE



Creamy Chicken Enchiladas With Alfredo Sauce image

Make and share this Creamy Chicken Enchiladas With Alfredo Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Chef Drtybrshs

Categories     Chicken

Time 55m

Yield 1 pan, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 lb boneless chicken breast (thighs ok too)
1 chopped yellow onion
1 tablespoon oil (canola or vegetable)
1 (12 ounce) jar alfredo sauce
1 (8 ounce) jar medium salsa or 1 (12 ounce) jar of medium salsa
1/4 cup sliced jalapeno (optional)
1/2 cup chopped cilantro
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 cups chopped lettuce
1 ripe tomatoes, diced
8 ounces mozzarella cheese
6 medium flour tortillas

Steps:

  • Lightly brown chicken in skillet with oil.
  • After chicken has a light brown color, add chopped onion, 1/2 cup water and 1/2 jar of salsa to pan and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat and let simmer on low-medium heat for about 15 minutes, stirring and breaking up chicken as it cooks. Stir often.
  • Add in spices while it is cooking.
  • Preheat oven to 385.
  • Spray a baking dish with non-stick cooking spray or coat with a light coating of oil.
  • Add 1/2 jar of alfredo sauce to chicken mixture and stir to combine.
  • Add in sliced jalapenos and 1/2 the cilantro.
  • Shredd the chicken with 2 forks.
  • Spoon equal amounts of the chicken mixture into the 6 tortillas, rolling the tortillas and placing them open side down into the baking dish.
  • In a bowl, mix the rest of the alfredo sauce, the rest of the salsa, and 1/2 cup water.
  • Pour that over the top of all of the enchillada rolls.
  • Sprinkle with the mozzarella cheese and cover with tin foil.
  • Bake for 30 minutes.
  • In the last 5 minutes, remove the tin foil and allow to brown in oven.
  • Top with shredded lettuce, tomatoes, cilantro and sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 432.9, Fat 21.5, SaturatedFat 8.2, Cholesterol 78.3, Sodium 833.7, Carbohydrate 30.3, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 4, Protein 29.2

EASY CREAMY CHICKEN ALFREDO CASSEROLE



Easy Creamy Chicken Alfredo Casserole image

I came up with this recipe because I needed something quick for friends who dropped by. Its very easy and takes only 35 minutes to bake. Enjoy!

Provided by Cheri Barnes

Categories     Casseroles

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pkg no yolk egg noodles (12 oz pkg)
1 jar(s) ragu alfredo sauce (16 oz)
16 oz sour cream
1 can(s) stokely peas (drained)
1 pkg precooked chicken (strips or cubes)
1 Tbsp crushed garlic
1 c grated parmesan cheese
salt and pepper to your liking
1 sleeve of ritz crackers (crushed)
2 Tbsp butter (melted)

Steps:

  • 1. Cook egg noodles according to instructions on package. Drain.
  • 2. Mix with a whisk the jar of Alfredo sauce and the sour cream until blended. Add in your garlic and parmesan cheese. Mix until blended. Add your chicken and peas. Incorporate your noodle to this mixture and fold in until noodles are mixed well.
  • 3. In a sprayed 9x13 casserole dish pour the noodle mixture. Then take crushed Ritz crackers and melted butter mixed together and add them to the top of the casserole. Bake at 350 degrees for approximately 35 minutes.

SUPER CREAMY CHICKEN ALFREDO



Super Creamy Chicken Alfredo image

We got this recipe from a card in our grocery's butcher shop area and it has been a hit with us. I looked for a similar recipe here on 'zaar and didn't find one so I decided to toss it up here. Enjoy!

Provided by Lord Bezoar

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup flour
6 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon olive oil
3 garlic cloves, Minced
1 tablespoon onion, Minced
1 1/2 cups heavy cream
1/3 cup parmesan cheese, Grated
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 lb fettuccine, cooked
2 -3 sprigs parsley

Steps:

  • Preheat your oven to 375 degrees.
  • Place the flour in a shallow dish or pie tin.
  • Sprinkle the Chicken with salt then coat with flour.
  • Heat the 2 Tablespoons of Olive Oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until hot.
  • Add the Chicken and cook--turning once--until golden (2-4 min per side).
  • Remove Chicken from skillet and place in a 13x9 baking dish.
  • Heat the remaining olive oil in the same skillet over medium heat until hot.
  • Add the garlic and onion and saute it until the garlic is fragrant and the onion is tender (1-2 min).
  • Increase heat to Medium-High and add the Heavy Cream, Parmesan and Black Pepper.
  • Cook until sauce is bubbly and slightly thickened (2-3 min).
  • Spoon the sauce over the chicken in the dish.
  • Bake the chicken until the chicken reaches an internal tempurature of 180 degrees (8-12 minutes).
  • Plate the chicken on a bed of the Fettuccine and sprinkle the Parsley over the top.

STUFFED CHICKEN BREAST ALFREDO WITH A CREAMY CHEESE TWIST#RAGU



Stuffed Chicken Breast Alfredo With a Creamy Cheese Twist#Ragu image

Ragu Recipe Contest Entry: This delicious recipe looks more difficult to make than it really is. Kids call it "fancy" as they devour every creamy bite.

Provided by Tammy

Categories     Sauces

Time 1h5m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 chicken breasts, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 bunch arugula, stems removed (12-15 leaves per chicken breast)
4 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese
4 slices bacon, crisply cooked
4 ounces cream cheese spread
1 tablespoon milk
1 (16 ounce) jar ragu alfredo sauce
1 tablespoon grated parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon pine nuts

Steps:

  • Directions:.
  • Preheat oven to 350ᵒ.
  • Season chicken with salt and pepper. On a clean work surface, lay chicken breast flat, smooth sides down. Fill and roll: Layer each breast with 12-15 arugula leaves, one bacon strip tore into pieces, and 1 tablespoon of Feta cheese. Starting at the narrow end, roll up chicken tightly; seal with a toothpick. Transfer chicken to a 2 quart baking dish (or a dish just large enough to hold the chicken) sprayed with non-stick cooking spray.
  • In a small pot, heat the Ragu and milk on low heat while gradually adding cream cheese. Stir until cream cheese is melted and well incorporated with the Ragu Alfredo Sauce. Slowly pour the sauce over the chicken. Sprinkle chicken with the parmesan cheese and pine nuts.
  • Bake uncovered 35-40 minutes until chicken is opaque throughout. Let chicken rest for 5 minutes. Remove toothpicks prior to serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 429.7, Fat 30.1, SaturatedFat 12.7, Cholesterol 138.1, Sodium 1110, Carbohydrate 2.2, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 1.7, Protein 36.1

CREAMY WHITE CHICKEN ALFREDO LASAGNA RECIPE - (4.3/5)



Creamy White Chicken Alfredo Lasagna Recipe - (4.3/5) image

Provided by á-18000

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups shredded cooked chicken breasts
1 (14-ounce) can artichoke hearts, drained, chopped
1 (8-ounce) package KRAFT Shredded Mozzarella Cheese with a TOUCH OF PHILADELPHIA, divided
1/2 cup KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese
1/2 cup chopped drained oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes
2 (8-ounce) packages PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened
1 cup milk
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 cup tightly packed fresh basil, chopped, divided
12 lasagna noodles, cooked

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Combine chicken, artichokes, 1 cup mozzarella, Parmesan and tomatoes. Beat cream cheese, milk and garlic powder with mixer until well blended; stir in 2 tablespoons basil. Mix half with the chicken mixture. Spread half the remaining cream cheese mixture onto bottom of 13x9-inch baking dish; cover with 3 noodles and 1/3 of the chicken mixture. Repeat layers of noodles and chicken mixture twice. Top with remaining noodles, cream cheese mixture and mozzarella; cover. Bake 25 minutes or until heated through. Sprinkle with remaining basil. Let stand 5 minutes before cutting to serve.

Tips:

  • Choose the right pasta. Short pastas like penne, rotini, or shells are ideal for Alfredo sauce because they hold the sauce well.
  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your dish.
  • Don't overcook the chicken. Chicken should be cooked through but still moist.
  • Make sure the sauce is thick enough. The sauce should be thick enough to coat the pasta and chicken.
  • Serve immediately. Alfredo sauce is best when served fresh.

Conclusion:

If you're looking for a delicious and easy pasta dish, Creamy Chicken Alfredo is a great option. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a creamy, flavorful sauce that pairs perfectly with chicken and pasta. Follow these tips to make sure your Creamy Chicken Alfredo comes out perfect every time.

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