Best 5 Easy Cheesy Alfredo Sauce Recipes

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Are you craving a quick and indulgent meal that's sure to satisfy your comfort food desires? Look no further! In this article, we'll be guiding you through the art of creating a velvety, easy cheesy Alfredo sauce that's perfect for tossing with pasta or smothering over vegetables. Using a handful of staple ingredients and simple techniques, you'll be able to whip up this delectable sauce in no time flat. So grab your apron and let's embark on a culinary journey to create the ultimate easy cheesy Alfredo sauce!

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QUICK AND EASY ALFREDO SAUCE



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I experimented with this until I found a quick, cheap, and easy Alfredo sauce combination -- the secret is cream cheese!

Provided by DAWN CARTER

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Pasta Sauce Recipes     Creamy     Alfredo Pasta Sauce Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

½ cup butter
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
2 teaspoons garlic powder
2 cups milk
6 ounces grated Parmesan cheese
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a medium, non-stick saucepan over medium heat. Add cream cheese and garlic powder, stirring with wire whisk until smooth. Add milk, a little at a time, whisking to smooth out lumps. Stir in Parmesan and pepper. Remove from heat when sauce reaches desired consistency. Sauce will thicken rapidly, thin with milk if cooked too long. Toss with hot pasta to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 647.9 calories, Carbohydrate 10 g, Cholesterol 169.8 mg, Fat 57.1 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 25.1 g, SaturatedFat 35.8 g, Sodium 1029.8 mg, Sugar 6.6 g

CHEESY ALFREDO SAUCE SUPREME



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The cream cheese is what makes this sauce special, for the best results use only butter and heavy whipping cream.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Sauces

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons oil (not olive oil)
1 -2 teaspoon fresh minced garlic
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, cut up in small pieces and slightly softened
2/3-3/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/2 cup butter (no substitutes)
1/2 cup whipping cream (unwhipped)
milk, for thinning sauce
fresh ground black pepper (optional)
salt (to taste) (optional)

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, lightly saute the garlic for about 3-4 minutes but do not brown.
  • Add in the cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, butter and whipping cream; whisking constantly until smooth.
  • Add more milk if the sauce is too thick.
  • Stir until the sauce is very hot (bring just to a boil).
  • Season with black pepper to taste.
  • Toss fettuccine lightly with the sauce, coating well.
  • Sprinkle with extra Parmesan cheese if desired.

EASY CHEESY ALFREDO SAUCE



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Make and share this Easy Cheesy Alfredo Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by skinnychef

Categories     Sauces

Time 10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 tablespoons butter
4 ounces low-fat cream cheese
1 garlic clove, minced
1 cup 1% low-fat milk
1 cup fresh parmesan cheese
ground black pepper
1 dash nutmeg

Steps:

  • Melt butter over med. heat and saute garlic for 1 minute. Add cream cheese and stir until melted. Add milk slowly while whisking until smooth. Add parmesan cheese, whisk until melted. Add nutmeg and ground pepper. Stir. Pour over approximately 1/2 lb pasta, cooked.

CHEESY CHICKEN ALFREDO PASTA BAKE



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Chicken and penne pasta simmer together in a garlicky, creamy broth, and are quickly baked between cheesy layers of Parmesan and mozzarella. Top with fresh parsley as desired.

Provided by JonSnyde

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Chicken

Time 47m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon olive oil
3 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cubed
salt and ground black pepper to taste
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 ½ cups chicken broth
2 ½ cups heavy whipping cream
1 (16 ounce) package penne pasta
2 cups grated Parmesan cheese
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chicken, salt, and pepper; cook and stir until golden brown, about 5 minutes. Add garlic; cook until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Add broth and heavy cream; stir in pasta and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until pasta is tender, about 15 minutes.
  • Set oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler. Grease an 11x17-inch baking pan.
  • Pour 1/2 the pasta mixture into the prepared pan. Sprinkle 1/2 the Parmesan cheese and 1/2 the mozzarella cheese over the pasta. Layer remaining pasta on top; finish with remaining Parmesan and mozzarella cheeses.
  • Broil in the preheated oven until cheese is golden brown, 10 to 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 457.8 calories, Carbohydrate 30.2 g, Cholesterol 110.1 mg, Fat 27.6 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 22.8 g, SaturatedFat 16.1 g, Sodium 615.9 mg, Sugar 1.9 g

ONE POT CHEESY CHICKEN ALFREDO RECIPE



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One Pot Cheesy Chicken Alfredo is an easy dish that's prepared in just ONE pan. The creamy sauce mixed with warm Alfredo pasta makes this a family favorite.

Provided by Camille Beckstrand

Categories     Main Course

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 Tablespoons olive oil
3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts ((diced into bite sized pieces))
salt and pepper (to taste)
½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
2 teaspoons minced garlic
2 cups Chicken Broth
1½ cups heavy cream
2 cups penne pasta (uncooked)
¼ teaspoon dried basil
2 cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese
¾ cup shredded Mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Add oil to large skillet and heat over medium-high heat.
  • Add chicken and season with salt and pepper and Italian seasoning.
  • Saute for 2-3 minutes or until chicken starts to lightly brown. Add in garlic and saute for another minute.
  • Pour in chicken broth, cream, pasta and basil and mix to combine. Bring to a boil, then cover pan and reduce to a summer. Let simmer for 15-20 minutes or until pasta is fully cooked.
  • Remove from heat and add Parmesan cheese and mozzarella cheese. Stir until cheese is melted and fully mixed in.
  • Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 662 kcal, Carbohydrate 32 g, Protein 34 g, Fat 44 g, SaturatedFat 23 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 158 mg, Sodium 975 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving

Tips:

  • Use freshly grated cheese: Pre-shredded cheese contains cellulose, which can make your sauce grainy.
  • Use a heavy saucepan: A heavy saucepan will distribute heat evenly and prevent your sauce from burning.
  • Add cheese gradually: Add cheese a little at a time, stirring constantly, to prevent it from clumping.
  • Use a roux: A roux is a mixture of butter and flour that helps to thicken the sauce.
  • Season to taste: Add salt, pepper, and other seasonings to taste.
  • Garnish with fresh herbs: Fresh herbs, such as basil or parsley, add a pop of color and flavor to your sauce.

Conclusion:

Cheesy Alfredo sauce is a delicious and versatile sauce that can be used on a variety of dishes. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. Whether you are using it on pasta, chicken, or vegetables, cheesy Alfredo sauce is sure to please everyone at your table.

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