Chicken Alfredo Skillet with Creamy Sauce -

Chicken Alfredo Skillet with Creamy Sauce

This recipe provides a quick way to make classic Chicken Alfredo using a single skillet. It combines cooked pasta, seasoned chicken, and a rich Parmesan cream sauce for a satisfying meal.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 25

Total Time 40

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner, Lunch

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 650

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken and Sauce

2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts Pat dry and season
2 cloves garlic minced
1.5 cups heavy cream
1 cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons butter for cooking
to taste salt and pepper for seasoning

For the Pasta and Garnish

8 ounces fettuccine or linguine cooked al dente
to taste fresh parsley for garnish
to taste red pepper flakes optional for heat

Equipment

Large skillet

Method

Pat chicken dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.
Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown; transfer to a plate.
Reduce heat to medium, add minced garlic, and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Pour in heavy cream, bring to a gentle simmer, and let it thicken for about 2 minutes.
Gradually whisk in Parmesan until the sauce is smooth.
Boil fettuccine in salted water until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain, reserving some pasta water.
Slice chicken into strips, return to skillet, add pasta and reserved water. Toss gently to combine.
Sprinkle with parsley and red pepper flakes, serve warm.

Nutrition

Calories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 45gFat: 36gSaturated Fat: 20gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 760mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use room temperature chicken for even cooking. Do not overheat cream when simmering.

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