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This creamy and flavorful Chicken Alfredo Pasta is a classic comfort food that’s sure to satisfy. The combination of tender chicken, al dente pasta, and a rich Alfredo sauce makes for a delicious and satisfying meal.
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Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Boneless, skinless chicken breasts | 2 |
| Olive oil | 2 tablespoons |
| Salt and pepper | To taste |
| Fettuccine pasta | 1 pound |
| Unsalted butter | 1/2 cup |
| Heavy cream | 1 1/2 cups |
| Parmesan cheese | 1 cup, grated |
| Garlic | 2 cloves, minced |
| Nutmeg | 1/4 teaspoon |
| Parsley (optional) | 2 tablespoons, chopped |
| Frozen peas (optional) | 1 cup |
Instructions:
- Cook the chicken: Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Cook in a skillet with olive oil until golden brown and cooked through. Let chicken rest and slice into thin strips.
- Cook the pasta: Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Cook fettuccine pasta until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Make the Alfredo sauce: Melt butter in the same skillet used for chicken. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant. Pour in heavy cream and simmer until thickened. Stir in Parmesan cheese and nutmeg.
- Combine pasta and sauce: Add cooked fettuccine to Alfredo sauce and toss to coat. Add frozen peas if desired.
- Add chicken: Top pasta with sliced chicken and toss to combine.
- Garnish and serve: Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot with extra Parmesan cheese.
