🍝🐔 Creamy Olive Garden-Style Chicken Alfredo – Rich, Cheesy & Absolutely Crave-Worthy! 🧀✨
Tender chicken over silky fettuccine drenched in a buttery, creamy Alfredo sauce that’s pure comfort!
Ingredients:
1 pound fettuccine pasta
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 1/2 cups heavy cream
1 1/4 cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup grated mozzarella cheese
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg (optional)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
Directions:
Stage 1: Cook the Pasta
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
Cook fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente.
Drain and set aside, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water.
Stage 2: Cook the Chicken
Season chicken breasts with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked.
Remove chicken from skillet, let rest for 5 minutes, then slice.
Stage 3: Make the Alfredo Sauce
In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
Stir in Parmesan cheese and mozzarella, whisking until smooth and creamy.
Add a pinch of nutmeg if using, and season to taste with salt and pepper.
Stage 4: Assemble and Serve
Toss cooked pasta into the sauce, adding a bit of reserved pasta water if needed for thinning.
Top with sliced chicken.
Garnish with chopped parsley and extra Parmesan before serving hot!
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Calories: Approx. 650 kcal per serving
Tips:
Always use freshly grated Parmesan for the smoothest sauce!
Pound chicken breasts to even thickness for quicker, juicier cooking.
Add steamed broccoli or sautéed mushrooms for extra veggies.
Warm the pasta and sauce together gently to avoid separating the sauce.
Leftovers? Add a splash of milk when reheating to keep it creamy!
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