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Easy Chicken Pasta Recipe for Dinner: Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo

This Chicken Alfredo is a creamy and flavorful fettuccine pasta dish, just like at Olive Garden. Simple, and budget-friendly, this elegant dish is one of my favorite weeknight recipes that you can make in just 20 minutes!
Cook Time 20 minutes
Servings 2

Ingredients

  • 4 oz fettuccine pasta
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons butter
  • 1 chicken breast
  • 1 cloves garlic minced
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 2/3 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese divided

Optional for Serving

  • fresh parsley chopped
  • red pepper flakes

Instructions

  • Cook pasta in a large pot of water according to package directions until al dente. Drain and toss with a small amount of olive oil to prevent sticking.
  • Place a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and butter followed by sliced chicken breasts.
  • Sauté for 2-3 minutes until the chicken is no longer pink and starting to turn golden brown.
  • Add the minced garlic and season with salt and pepper. Sauté for 30 seconds more until fragrant.
  • Add cream to the pan and reduce heat to medium-low.
  • Cook several minutes until the sauce is bubbling and thickening, stirring from time to time.
  • Once thickened, add parmesan to the pan and stir until combined. Remove from heat.
  • Add cooked pasta to the chicken mixture, tossing several times to combine.
  • Place pasta on serving plates. Sprinkle remaining parmesan on top and garnish with optional parsley. Enjoy!